What is T.R.U.E. Test patch testing and How Can It Affect My Allergies?

Do you have allergic contact dermatitis? Do you get flare ups of bumps, red patches, or dry patches on your skin? Do you have itchy skin with no known cause? If so, then it’s likely you’ve come into contact with something you’re allergic to. The bad news is that there are so many different things that could cause an allergic reaction that many people have trouble discovering the exact cause.

There is good news though: Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group offers T.R.U.E. Test patch testing that can finally offer the answers you need. We can do the testing right in our offices and the results will tell us what you’re allergic to. Once we know the cause, it’s much easier for us to find the right treatment. Read on to learn more and then reach out to us at 805-658-9500 to set up your appointment.

The science behind T.R.U.E. Testing

The way it works is both simple and convenient. The tests consist of three small, thin panels. A very small amount of a number of different known allergens are dried into that film. We then apply the film to a place on your back. Your skin moistens the strips and releases the allergen. As soon as we take off the patch, we can see which of the allergens caused your skin to react.

This is one of the most comfortable options

Many people are worried that allergy testing is going to be painful or cause a worse breakout than they’re already dealing with. The good news is that this method of testing is one of the most comfortable skin allergy testing options available on the market today. In almost all cases, the skin reaction is very mild. We use hypoallergenic surgical tape to complete the test, which means it’s safe for any skin type. Note that at this time these patches are only used on adults who are at least 18 years old.

Get tested for more than 35 allergens

One of the main benefits of this option is that it can test for reactions to a large number of skin allergens. In fact, it includes 36 different films, each one with a different allergen. With this testing you could find out if you’re allergic to nickel, epoxy, wool alcohols, gold, benzocaine, formaldehyde, fragrance, parabens, rubber, and many more.

Once the results are back, we will help you understand them. this may include showing you what’s actually in your beauty productions, medications, and other household substances that may have an allergen in them. We can help you find alternative ways of cleaning, medicating yourself, etc. to avoid contact with what’s causing your reactions. We can also find the right topical treatment that will ease the symptoms of your allergens.

Are you ready to let go of your allergies today? If so, reach out to Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group at 805-658-9500. We are here to help you find out what your allergies are and learn about the best ways to treat them.