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Allergy Testing

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Offers evaluation and testing of allergies.

Location:

Second floor of Wilce Student Health Center

Department Hours:

Thursday, 8:00 AM - noon PM

Closed University holidays

Appointments:

  • Allergy testing appointments are available by referral only.  Referrals can be made by a Wilce Student Health Center provider or by an outside provider. 

Allergy Appointment Testing/Re-Testing Instructions:

  • Make sure you have allowed 1-2 hours for your appointment
  • Wear short sleeves.  Skin tests may be performed on the lower or upper arms.
  • Be prepared to provide the allergist with information regarding your medical background, frequency, severity, and duration of your symptoms, and any other factors that may be contributing to your allergies.  This information will aid the allergest in diagnosing your condition and in determining a successful treatment.
  • Do NOT take any medications containing antihistamines for 7 days prior to your appointment.  This includes all oral antihistamines as well as the nasal spray Astelin.
  • Bring the names and doses of all medications you are taking to your appointment. 

 

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