An allergic reaction can range from annoying to life threatening, so identifying a cause important. Allergy tests help doctors pinpoint allergy triggers.

Aug 18, 2010 - Stephanie Haddad

This article explores some of the pros and cons of skin testing for allergies, discussing procedure in brief, results and variables.

Jan 9, 2008 - Heather Legg

Even though allergy blood tests have pros and cons, they remain an important tool for diagnosing whether or not an individual is suffering from an allergy or allergies.

Aug 29, 2009 - Stella Walsh

Even though skin tests are the most common form of allergy testing, there are both advantages and disadvantages to using this tool for diagnosing an allergy or allergies.

Sep 6, 2009 - Stella Walsh

Discusses scientifically accurate testing methods such as skin-prick and blood sample tests. Unproven but popular methods such as bionetics are also examined.

Jun 30, 2008 - Hayley Nichols

Mold allergies are common and result in symptoms similar to other allergic reactions. Here is a summary of how allergies to mold and mildew are diagnosed and treated.

Dec 3, 2009 - Tami Port

Allergy testing in dogs, by blood testing or skin testing, is done to determine which substances the dog is allergic to prior to instituting a hyposensitization program.

Apr 26, 2009 - Lorie Huston

Do you suspect that you are sensitive to a certain food? Do you wonder if you suffer from food allergies? Food elimination trials are the most accurate way to find out.

Feb 24, 2009 - Alicia King

By following three simple steps, it is possible to reduce or elminate pain that is associated with diabetes testing

May 14, 2007 - Laurie McLaughlin

Medical tests cause anxiety in adults in children medical tests can cause overwhelming anxiety. Here are some tips to help your child cope with blood tests

Feb 15, 2011 - John Howe

Blood tests are significant indicators of health problems. It's important people understand their blood work and address any problems.

Sep 28, 2010 - Venice Kichura

Serious allergies can damage a child's test performance. But with a few precautions parents can protect their children from lowered test scores.

Apr 7, 2010 - Richard Methia

The Children's Medical Research Institute in Australia has developed a blood test which will help both in the early diagnosis of aggressive cancers and their treatments.

Nov 25, 2009 - Jo Jackson

Blood tests show a reduction in homocysteine levels from supplemental folic acid B6 and B12.

Feb 26, 2011 - Shannon Sanford

Find out if you have food intolerances or allergies with food allergy test kits, which are simple and convenient to use at home.

Jan 11, 2011 - Kate Le Page

A good starter diagnostic test, the CBC (or complete blood count) test can give the doctor many results quickly to determine causes of illness.

Jul 8, 2009 - Tina Samuels

What is an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) and what will it tell the patient?

Feb 22, 2009 - Tina Samuels

Abbott's Precision Xtra, Precision Xceed Pro, MediSense Optium, Optium, Optium EZ and ReliOn Ultima blood glucose monitoring systems are affected by recall.

Dec 23, 2010 - Cherie Burbach

If you have sensitive skin or other contraindications to aromatherapy treatment, it is necessary to patch test an essential oil or blend to make sure it is safe to use.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

The aldosterone test quantifies the amount of aldosterone (a hormone produced by the adrenal glands), in the bloodstream.

May 10, 2009 - Naheed Ali