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What's the difference between a gp referring me for a "comprehensive" rast allergy test, vs. visiting an allergist? suffer from allergic rhinitis.

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Get to allergist: RAST blood work is neither sensitive nor specific, just an adjunct to the history and a minor guide to possible Rx.

Answered 8/25/2016

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