Allergy Blood Testing

Discover What's Triggering Your Symptoms

Do you suffer from sneezing, itchy eyes, skin irritation, digestive discomfort, hay fever, or unexplained allergic reactions? Our comprehensive allergy blood tests can help identify specific allergens that may be contributing to your symptoms.

At Oggs Pharmacy, we offer a range of laboratory-tested allergy panels covering food allergies, environmental allergens, pets, pollens, grasses, moulds and fungi. With a simple blood sample, you can gain valuable insight into potential allergy triggers and take the next step towards managing your symptoms.

Why Choose Allergy Blood Testing?

✔ No need to stop antihistamines before testing

✔ Suitable for adults and children

✔ Accurate laboratory-based analysis

✔ Convenient alternative to skin prick testing

✔ Comprehensive allergy panels available

✔ Professional support to help you understand your results

✔ Fast and reliable turnaround times

Common Symptoms of Allergies

You may benefit from allergy testing if you experience:

• Sneezing, nasal congestion or sinus problems

• Itchy, red or watery eyes

• Persistent cough or wheezing

• Eczema, skin rashes or hives

• Swelling after eating certain foods

• Digestive discomfort after meals

• Hay fever and seasonal allergy symptoms

• Reactions around pets or dusty environments

Our Allergy Testing Panels

Essential Allergy Screen

A Great Starting Point

Our Essential Allergy Screen covers some of the most common food and environmental allergens and is ideal for individuals seeking an initial allergy assessment.

Price: £170

Includes: 8 allergens + Total IgE

Enhanced Allergy Panel

Best for: Ongoing allergy symptoms

Price: £220

Includes: 17 allergens + Total IgE

Complete Allergy Profile

Best for: Patients wanting the most comprehensive assessment

Price: £399

Our most comprehensive allergy test, covering food, animal, pollen, grass, mould and fungal allergens.

Specialist Allergy Panels

Already have an idea what may be triggering your symptoms? Our focused panels provide more detailed testing within a specific allergen category.

Understanding Your Results

Allergy blood tests measure allergen-specific IgE antibodies produced by the immune system in response to particular substances. Elevated levels may indicate sensitisation to an allergen and can help explain your symptoms.

Your results should always be interpreted alongside your symptoms and clinical history. Our pharmacy team can help you understand your report and discuss the next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to stop antihistamines before testing?

No. Unlike skin prick testing, antihistamines generally do not affect allergy blood test results.

How long do results take?

Results are typically available within a few working days after your sample reaches the laboratory.

Is allergy blood testing accurate?

Allergy blood testing is a well-established and widely used method of detecting allergen-specific IgE antibodies.

Is testing suitable for children?

Yes. Allergy blood testing is suitable for both adults and children.

What is Total IgE?

Total IgE is an additional marker that can provide information about overall allergic sensitisation and supports the interpretation of specific allergen results.