Are At-Home Allergy Tests Accurate? Here’s What Allergists Say
Amanda Gardner
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Who has an allergy?
At least 50 million Americans have an allergy, be it to food, medications, pollen in the air, cockroaches, or latex. The list goes on—you can even be allergic to reptiles or water—and many types of allergies are on the rise.
The problem can affect not only your skin, but also your respiratory system, eyes, stomach, and in some cases can lead to potentially life-threatening anaphylactic shock.
You may be tempted to find out if you have allergies (and what you're allergic to) by using an at-home allergy test. However, there are several things you should know before you buy one of these tests. Here's everything you need to know.