How long does allergy testing take and when will I get results?

Skin prick allergy testing usually provides results within minutes during your clinic visit. Blood tests for IgE antibodies typically take about 2–3 business days as the lab analyzes the sample.

What should I expect during skin prick tests vs blood tests?

Skin testing uses tiny scratches on your arm containing common allergen proteins (e.g., pet dander, dust mites, pollens) and is usually mild. Blood tests require a standard blood draw and can be used when skin testing isn’t recommended; both help identify triggers for allergy symptoms and asthma flare-ups.

Do I need to stop taking antihistamines before testing?

Often yes—many antihistamines need to be stopped several days before a skin test to ensure accurate results. Your physician will tell you which medications to pause and for how long.

How accurate are allergy test results?

Allergy testing is most accurate when results are interpreted alongside your symptoms and clinical evaluation. Tests show immune response to specific allergens, and your physician will explain what findings mean for your real-world exposures.

Allergy Testing in Andover, KS – Wichita Metro

Allergy Season in South-Central Kansas

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has ranked Wichita the most challenging U.S. city for seasonal allergies three years in a row. Heavy tree and grass pollen drive that ranking, along with limited access to allergy specialists. You can read the 2025 Allergy Capitals report for the full data.

Tree pollen, grass, ragweed, dust mites, mold, and pet dander overlap through most of the year here. A blood test shows which of these your body reacts to.

Environmental Allergies

Professional testing identifies reactions to outdoor allergens and indoor allergens that commonly affect our region:

Seasonal allergens: oak, maple, birch, and other tree pollens; grass pollens; ragweed and weed pollens
Indoor allergens: dust mites, mold spores, cat and dog dander, animal dander from other pets
Year-round triggers: household molds and proteins found in dust that can trigger asthma attacks

Food and Drug Allergies

Comprehensive testing for food allergies and medication sensitivities that can cause severe reactions:

Common food allergens: tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, dairy, eggs, soy, wheat
Drug allergy testing: penicillin sensitivity and other medication allergies
Specialized testing: evaluation for severe cases requiring supervised food challenges

Specialized Allergies

Advanced testing options for specific exposure concerns:

Contact dermatitis patch testing: metals, fragrances, preservatives that cause skin reactions
Insect allergy testing: bee, wasp, and hornet venom allergies
Occupational allergens: workplace substances that may trigger symptoms

Why Choose Andover Allergy Testing?

Our local allergy specialists understand the specific environmental challenges facing residents in our area and provide testing tailored to regional allergens.

Regional Expertise – Testing panels include tree pollens, grass allergens, and weeds common to Kansas
Emergency Preparedness – All testing conducted in facilities equipped to handle severe reactions safely
Integrated Treatment – Direct access to allergy shots, advanced therapies, and comprehensive asthma care

Step 1:
We talk through your symptoms

Your physician reviews your history and your symptoms. We talk about where you spend your time and what seems to set you off, then we decide together which allergens to test.

Step 2:
We draw blood and send it to the lab

We take a blood sample in the office and send it to a certified lab for IgE analysis. Results come back within a few business days.

Step 3:
We read the results together

We explain which allergens you reacted to and how that matches what you feel. A positive result on its own does not confirm an allergy, so this step matters.

Step 4:
We build your plan

Your results shape the plan. It might mean avoiding a trigger or starting a medication. Some patients move toward longer-term treatment, and for them we offer allergy drops in Andover.

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Get Tested in Andover

Schedule Free Meet & Greet

Allergy symptoms do not have to run your week. If a clear answer about your triggers would help, come in for a free meet and greet at our Andover clinic. We can talk through whether testing makes sense for you.

Allergy Testing in Andover, KS

Allergy Season in South-Central Kansas