Seasonal Allergies
Patient Education

Skin Prick Test

To find out if your body produces antibodies that react to a specific allergen

A needle is used to place a tiny amount of allergen just below the surface of the skin on your lower arm or back.

If you are allergic to that allergen, there will be swelling or redness at the test site.

Blood Test

To measure the levels of specific antibodies to allergens, such as pollen and mold, in your blood

Blood is drawn with a syringe, typically from the arm.

Antibodies to a specific allergen in the blood indicate a possible allergy to that allergen.