Multiple choice

The skin prick allergy test is used to find the cause of certain allergies. Which of the following statements about skin prick testing is false?

  1. It is a useful diagnostic test for respiratory allergy.

  2. It is good for food allergy.

  3. It can cause an anaphylactic reaction.

  4. It is more reliable than specific IgE tests for hypersensitivity to an allergen.

  5. It can detect type I hypersensitivity reactions.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

There is no reliable correlation between skin prick testing and food allergy.

Keep practicing — related questions