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A member asked:
I've heard that skin tests are better and more effective for food allergy testing than blood tests. if i use healthtap, how can skin tests be done?
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See actual doctor: health tap could not help when A physical doctor visit become necessary. Allergy test is one of them. So the best way is to see allergy specialist in your area
Answered 7/22/2015
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