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Allergen-specific immunoglobilin (IgE) test can help identify the trigger for symptoms.For this test,drops of different allergen extracts are injected in the person's arm,which is then pricked with a needle.Doctors then watch to see if there is a whealand flare reaction

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Instead of injecting the allergen extracts on a person's arm, the allergen is placed and then pricked with a needle.

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