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I am concerned that i have developed an allergy to shellfish. i would like to be tested. would i have to see a gp first to order a blood test?

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Allergies: This is a good article on allergy testing that you should find helpful: https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/0701/p34.html Another source for good information on specific food allergy testing would be www.immunolabs.com

Answered 12/5/2019

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A member asked:

I am concerned that i have developed an allergy to shellfish. i would like to be tested. would i have to see a gp first to order a blood test?

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