Allergy Testing and Treatment for Children

Allergen-Specific IgE Testing

Allergen-specific IgE testing can either be a skin test or a blood test. The skin test is the most common way of testing for allergies and is relatively painless. Would you like to learn about more ways to get involved at Nicklaus Children's?*

Allergy Immunotherapy Treatment

Allergy shots reprogram the body’s immune system to reduce or eliminate allergic symptoms. They offer increased quality of life and are the only treatment available that provide long-term relief by eliminating or reducing allergic symptoms. Allergy shots are not effective for food allergies. Would you like to learn about more ways to get involved at Nicklaus Children's?*

Food Challenge Test

An oral food challenge (OFC) is the gold standard to confirm a food allergy, or to determine if an individual has outgrown an allergy to a particular food. Would you like to learn about more ways to get involved at Nicklaus Children's?*

Plasmapheresis

Plasmapheresis is a medical procedure that can treat autoimmune and other disorders. It involves replacing the body’s plasma to prevent it from attacking the body’s healthy cells. Would you like to learn about more ways to get involved at Nicklaus Children's?*

Pulmonary Function Test

Pulmonary function testing refers to a broad range of tests used to monitor the function of the lungs. The tests range from exercise tests to spirometry to other forms of testing. Would you like to learn about more ways to get involved at Nicklaus Children's?*