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Appointments
How do I make an appointment with the Allergy Specialist?
An appointment can be made by contacting the Allergy Diagnostic and Therapeutic Centre directly on (01) 6214493 or (086) 1213748.
What you need to do before attending the clinic?
You may be advised to avoid anti-histamines for 7 days before your skin testing should that be required.
Do I need a referral letter?
A referral letter is not essential. However, your doctor may refer you or he may send a referral letter directly to the Centre. The Specialist will then report in writing to your doctor on the outcome of your consultation.
What allergy services does the Center provide?
Consultation Options |
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| Option A: Full consultation and allergy profile | |
| Visit number 1: | |
1- thorough allergy and personal medical history documentation 2- physical examination 3- Allergy diagnostic tests to include skin prick tests and allergy specific blood tests as appropriate 4- referral to diagnostic radiology and respiratory function test if required |
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| Visit number 2: | |
1- review of all diagnostic tests and diagnosis 2- treatment, advice and management plan |
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| Option B: Allergy testing only | |
| Allergy specific blood tests followed by a written report. A report will be sent to the patient following the tests | |
A full initial consultation (Visit 1, Option A) can take anywhere from 45 to 60 minutes. Allergy testing only (Options B) usually takes 30 minutes. It is important therefore to indicate which investigation you require at time of making the appointment as time would be scheduled accordingly.
What is the difference between allergy investigation performed in the Allergy Diagnostic and Therapeutic Centre and other allergy test performed elsewhere?
Allergy investigations at our Centre are performed by trained doctors and scientists with experience in dealing with different allergic disorders. Only medically and scientifically validated diagnostic and therapeutic approaches are used
Any After Effects to the Skin Prick Testing?
Skin prick test is a very safe procedure. If you get positive skin tests, the site of the test may be itchy initially but the itch usually settles down within an hour. Approximately, one in two hundred people get a lump at the site of the test several hours later. This may take a couple of days to disappear.
Allergy appointments at your convenience
The allergy clinic is held every week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Appointments can be booked by telephoning the clinic appointment secretary. We encourage patients to seek referral to the clinic from their medical practitioner . Should there be any difficulties, you are still welcome to attend without a referral letter.
Clinic Times
Monday : 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Tuesday: 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Wednesday: 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Consultation Fees |
Option A: A full consultation and allergy profile will involve 2 visits to the centre and an initial allergy testing: € 650 Subsequent allergy consultation: € 125The purpose of the follow up consultations for allergies would be to discuss complex test results, monitor response to treatment and plan future allergy management strategies |
Option B: Allergy specific blood tests followed by a written report: € 450 Should a full consultation be subsequently required the fee will be € 200 |
Payment should be made on the day of the investigation by cash or cheque. |
Request for Appointment You may phone the Allergy Diagnostic and Therapeutic Centre directly on (01) 6214493 or (086) 1213748. We will inform you of your appointment by either phone or email. |