More Frequently Asked Questions

Questions that people commonly ask include:

What is the difference between an allergy and an intolerance?
If symptoms occur within an hour of eating/drinking/touching a particular substance, and particularly if the symptoms include an itchy or swollen mouth/throat, itchy skin, rashes, and vomiting, then an allergy is present. If symptoms occur between one hour and up to four days later, then an intolerance is present.

What am I allergic to?
You may be allergic or intolerant to all sorts of things. We test for over 100 items during the test, but if you think there is something specific that you are allergic or intolerant to, we recommend that you bring that item to your test (shampoo, toothpaste, specific foods and drinks etc).

Where can I get tested?
With clinics in Liverpool Street, Canary Wharf, Waterloo, Blackheath, Bow, and Croydon, we hope to have a clinic near you or your place of work. Home visit appointments are available priced at £100 plus the cost of travel to your home.

How long is the waiting list for appointments?
The average waiting time for an appointment is 5 days, although some clinics do book up faster than others. Please contact Kate on 07951 740423 or kate@allergytest.co.uk to check availability and book your appointment.

How will I be tested?
The testing method used is one of several capable of use within the field of Bio-Electronic Regulatory Medicine (BER). This system is based on the theory of utilising the acupuncture pressure points on the fingers or toes to measure resistance in the body to substances the client wishes to be tested for. You will be placed in a circuit with the testing unit, and allergens will be introduced to the circuit.

Does it hurt?
No. This is a totally painless and non-invasive method of testing.

Who can be tested?
Anyone can be tested, including babies (once they have been weaned). Only people with pacemakers cannot be tested using the BER test method.