Food Allergy Flashcards
1
Q
A food allergy is an _____ mediated adverse reaction that consistently occurs when a person is exposed to a specific food.
A
IgE
2
Q
What are the two diagnostic tests are used as the primary tools to support a history of food allergy ?
A
- RAST Radioallergosorbant Test
- SPT skin Prink Test
3
Q
Why is ID testing not recommended in the evaluation of food allergies
A
Some food may be unstable in commercially prepared extracts or a clinic may not have the extracts for less commonly tested foods
4
Q
What can be useful in certain scenarios and is considered the gold standard for diagnosing food adverse reactions?
A
Food Challenge
5
Q
What is the best treatment for food allergies?
A
Avoidance
