Intradermal Skin Testing (Allergy)

Testing Laboratory

Department

Immunology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

GENE

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7700

Laboratory Handling

Laboratory

Labplus Immunochemistry

Sample Stability

N/A

Associated Tests

• Skin Prick Testing (Allergy)

Synonyms

Intradermal testing

Turnaround Time

5 days

Testing is only performed during the scheduled allergy clinics at Te Toka Tumai under the supervision of relevant specialists.

Specimen Type

• N/A

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• N/A

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• N/A

Pre-testing Requirements

Medical staff must review and discuss risk factors, benefits and contraindications with the patient prior to commencing any testing.
Section 29 consent form must be completed prior to commencing testing.

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

All referrals must come via the relevant adult, paediatric or anaesthetic allergy clinic pathways.

Test Method

Intradermal injection of standardised allergen solutions.

Limitations / Interference

Antihistamines or medications with antihistamine activity may interfere with Intradermal testing
Contraindications and relative contraindications must be reviewed by medical staff before any testing is performed

Contact Information