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Allergy tests for Shrimps, Lobster
Hi, is there any particular lab test that I can get done to check whether I am allergic to crustaceans like prawns, shrimp etc? My grandmother was allergic to shrimps and prawns and I have never had it. What kind of test would inform me about this?
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you need to get 'food allergy testing' (generally a skin test)
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