What is Allergy Testing?

Allergy testing plays a key role in diagnosing how your body responds to specific allergens - substances that can trigger allergic reactions. At AZ Health and Wellness Clinic, we provide accurate blood tests to identify the root cause of your symptoms. With this information, we develop treatment plans designed to address your health issues, offering effective, long-term relief from allergy symptoms.

Common Allergens We Test For

Some of the most frequent allergens that can trigger allergic reactions include:

• Certain foods
• Dust mites
• Mold
• Pollen
• Pet dander
• Medications

It’s possible to be allergic to more than one allergen, with reactions ranging from mild discomfort to severe, life-threatening symptoms. Understanding your triggers allows us to design the most targeted treatment plan to manage your allergies and help you get back to feeling your best.

Why is Allergy Testing Important?

If you experience symptoms like frequent sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, nasal congestion, coughing, or even hives and skin rashes, you may be suffering from allergies or asthma. In more serious cases, you may experience facial swelling, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing; as these can be signs of severe allergic reactions that require immediate attention. By undergoing allergy testing, we can pinpoint the allergens causing these issues and help you regain control of your health with an accurate diagnosis and appropriate care.

What to Expect from Allergy Blood Testing?

At AZ Health and Wellness Clinic, we offer blood testing to detect specific allergens. During the test, a small blood sample is taken and analyzed for antibodies that indicate allergic reactions. Blood testing is often recommended for patients with conditions such as eczema or those who may experience severe reactions to skin prick tests.

While skin prick tests provide rapid results, blood testing offers a safe and reliable way to identify allergens without triggering a reaction. After reviewing your medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle, nurse practitioner Khaula Mehdi Raza will recommend the best type of allergy test for you.

Post-Testing: Personalized Allergy Treatment

Once your allergy test results are in, we’ll develop a specific treatment plan to address your specific triggers. Treatment options may include:

• Oral medications: To manage and reduce allergic reactions.
• Nasal sprays: To relieve nasal congestion and related symptoms.
• Eye drops: For irritation and redness caused by allergens.
• Allergy shots (immunotherapy): A long-term treatment option to desensitize your body to allergens.
• Inhalers: For asthma or respiratory issues linked to allergies.
• Allergy avoidance strategies: Advice on minimizing your exposure to allergens.
• Epinephrine auto-injector: For individuals at risk of severe allergic reactions, we may recommend carrying an epinephrine pen.

Allergy testing not only identifies the allergens affecting you but also opens the door to effective treatments that can certainly improve your health.

Get to Know Your Allergens with AZ Health and Wellness Clinic

At AZ Health and Wellness Clinic, we understand the disruptive nature of allergies and are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Our focus on precise diagnostic testing and individualized treatment strategies ensures effective symptom management.

Get solutions for your allergies today. Contact AZ Health and Wellness Clinic in Houston to schedule your diagnostic test or use our online booking system to begin your path to improved health and symptom control.