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A member asked:

What are the best/most accurate blood tests for food allergies/intolerances? i get symptoms after eating, and would like a broad but accurate test.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Food allergies: Ask your doctor about taking a RAST test that can screen you for food allergies

Dr Finkelstein agreed

Answered 5/30/2014

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