wo kann ich einen allergietest machen — can a DNA test help?

For allergy testing, the gold standard remains clinical methods: skin prick tests and specific IgE blood tests ordered by a doctor. DNA tests (e.g., from MyBody-X) can identify genetic variants associated with allergic conditions like hay fever or food allergies, but the effect sizes are small and not diagnostic. A genetic predisposition does not equal an active allergy; environment, diet, and immune history are far more influential. Evidence is mostly mechanistic or from GWAS, not strong enough for clinical decisions. If you have allergy symptoms, consult an allergist rather than relying on a consumer DNA test. Be cautious of marketing claims that overstate genetic testing for allergies.