Allergy testing is necessary to confirm a diagnosis of allergy, whether food, respiratory, drug, or hymenoptera venom. Although the vast majority of these tests are well tolerated, performing them carries a very low risk of inducing an allergic reaction in the patient, warranting continuous medical monitoring regardless of the allergy being investigated. A severe reaction can be observed, largely during oral or intravenous reintroduction tests, in up to 15% of series for food allergies, and even less for drug allergies. The perceived risk can vary between patients, and this subjective perception can be influenced by several factors, including personal experience, medical history, or access to information regarding allergy testing. Anxiety related to allergy testing can influence patient experience, but also test results.
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Measure anxiety in patients undergoing allergy testing
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