Food Sensitivity tests
Food intolerance tests are divided into two types: those based on breath, such as the breath test, and serological tests, i.e. tests that verify the presence of intolerances through a bloo...
Food Intolerance Test
Food Allergy Test in Nottingham
Food Allergy Nottingham Service
54 Harrow Road, Nottingham, NG2 7DU, United Kingdom
Opening Hours
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09:30
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| Tuesday |
09:30
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Food Intolerance Test Food Allergy Nottingham Service
Get a Food Allergy Test (Food Sensitivity Test) in Nottingham with Food Allergy Nottingham Service.
Find out about the cost and other information on this page and contact Food Allergy Nottingham Service directly to book a Food Intolerance Test.
The initial consultation, either undertaken in a Nottingham clinic, by telephone or by Skype will last about 1 hour, and will involve the following: • Step 1 in the diagnosis of food allergy involves taking an allergy focused clinical history. The online allergy assessment (coming soon) form provides this information and this will be the first thing discussed with you. By registering with FANS following completion of the online allergy assessment form, you will have received a recommendation as to whether or not you should be seeking the advice and support of a specialist paediatric dietitian to help you look after your infant or child with suspected food allergy. • Step 2 in the diagnosis of food allergy is Allergy testing. A) If an immediate-type food allergic reaction is suspected, information on how to manage the food allergy will be provided and a blood test (specific IgE) will be organised via the GP or paediatrician. The results once available will then be discussed with you by FANS. The alternative skin prick testing method may be recommended instead which can be done at some hospitals, but this service may become available to you by FANS in the future. B) If a more delayed-type of allergic reaction typically involving the gut is suspected, diagnosis is made by an avoidance trial of the suspected food allergen. Advice will be given on the most suitable hypoallergenic infant formula/ milk substitute to use and how to provide a balanced diet free from the suspected allergen. The trial period usually lasts between 2-6 weeks. This is followed by reintroduction of the food allergen to confirm the diagnosis with a return of symptoms. • If your infant or child is found to suffer from atopic conditions such as eczema, asthma or hay fever, or additional gut symptoms such as gastro-oesophageal reflux or constipation, first line management strategies will be discussed and recommendations made for appropriate medical review • Once your infant or child’s diagnosis of food allergy has been confirmed, advice will be provided on the management of food allergy. First line management advice will be offered at the initial consultation with further information provided as required during follow up appointments. • A detailed letter (further 1 hour input) summarising the initial consultation is sent to you, your GP, health visiting team and any other relevant medical staff involved in your child’s care, with request for support/ input/ referral as required. Subsequent letters detailing significant changes as part of follow up will also be sent to relevant parties as necessary. Follow up appointments will usually last about 30 minutes, but they could also be conducted by email if specific information or feedback is required. Management of food allergies may involve advice supported by individualised literature on any of the following: Food avoidance Suitable foods/ drinks and substitutes, and review to ensure age-appropriateness Reading and understanding food labels Weaning advice for infants and timing of introduction of other key food allergens Integrating your child’s diet into family meals and exploring potential barriers to doing so Assessment of nutritional adequacy and need for any vitamin and/ or mineral supplementation Recipes and shopping information Advice for schools, parties, eating out, holidays Advice on when and how to re-challenge Monitoring of growth and development Monitoring of atopic or gastrointestinal conditions Assessment for presence of possible additional food allergensCommon conditions covered by a Food Sensitivity Test
Lactose intolerance Histamine intolerant Gluten sensitivity Salicylate intolerance FODMAP intolerance Sulfite sensitivity
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These details have been last updated on 02/01/2023