Understanding Allergies and Why Testing Matters
If you’re constantly dealing with sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, or unexplained rashes, allergies could be the root cause. Allergies are immune responses to substances your body sees as threats, even when they’re harmless. Pinpointing exactly what you’re allergic to through allergy testing is the first step to managing your symptoms and improving your quality of life.
Allergy Signs & Symptoms
A wide range of common allergens are tested to pinpoint your specific triggers. This includes environmental factors like pollen (trees, grasses, weeds), dust mites, and pet dander, as well as common indoor and outdoor molds. We test for various food allergens, such as milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, and shellfish, to help identify dietary sensitivities impacting your health.
Let Your Doctor Know If You Are Using:
Allegra, Claritin, Benadryl, Zyrtec, Sudafed, Nasal Sprays, Eye Drops, Inhalers, or Prescribed Allergy Medications.
Allergy Testing Through a Simple Blood Draw
At Valley Integrated Urgent Care, we offer allergy testing through a quick and comfortable blood draw—no skin pricks or surface reactions required. This method is ideal for identifying sensitivities to a wide range of common allergens, including pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and more. It’s especially useful for patients with skin conditions or those who prefer a straightforward, lab-based test. Our team draws your sample onsite and sends it to a trusted lab for analysis. Within 2-3 business days, we’ll review your results with you and explain exactly what they mean. It’s a simple, stress-free way to get the answers you need—and the peace of mind you deserve.
No Skin Prick Test – No Scratches or Skin Reactions!
At Valley Integrated Urgent Care, we skip the outdated skin prick testing method that can cause irritation, itching, and discomfort. Instead of scratching your skin dozens of times with allergens, we use a simple blood draw to pinpoint sensitivities accurately and comfortably. It’s a cleaner, more efficient way to get results—without the messy skin reactions.
Number of Tested Allergen Sources: 165
Grass Pollen: 6
Bahia Grass, Common Reed, Perennial Ryegrass, Rye, Timothy Grass
Tree Pollen: 19
Acacia, Alder, Arizona Cypress, European Ash, Beech, 19 Cottonwood, Date Palm, Elm, Hazel, London Plane Tree, Mediterranean Cypress, Mountain Cedar, Mulberry, Olive, Paper Mulberry, Silver Birch, Sugi, Tree of Heaven, Walnut
Weed Pollen: 10
Annual Mercury, Hemp, Lamb’s Quarter, Mugwort, Nettle, Pigweed, Ragweed, Ribwort, Russian Thistle, Wall Pellitory
Dander & Epithelia: 12
Cat, Cattle, Djungarian Hamster, Dog, Goat, Guinea Pig, Horse, Mouse, Pig, Rabbit, Rat, Sheep
Mites & Cockroaches: 9
Acarus Siro, American Cockroach, American House Dust Mite, Blomia Tropicalis, European House Dust Mite, German Cockroach, Glycyphagus Domesticus, Lepidoglyphus Destructor, Tyrophagus Putrescentiae
Moulds & Yeast: 6
Alternaria Alternata, Aspergillus Fumigatus, Baker’s Yeast, Cladosporium Herbarum, Malassezia Sympodialis, Penicillium Chrysogenum
Insect Venoms: 5
Common Wasp Venom, Fire Ant Venom, Honeybee Venom, 5 Long-Headed Wasp Venom, Paper Wasp Venom
Vegetables: 7
Avocado, Carrot, Celery, Garlic, Onion, Potato, Tomato
Cereals & Seeds: 16
Barley, Buckwheat, Corn, Cultivated Rye, Fenugreek Seeds, Lupine, Millet, Oat, Poppy Seed, Pumpkin Seed, Quinoa, Rice, Sesame, Spelt, Sun Ower Seed, Wheat
Egg & Milk: 7
Camel’s Milk, Cow’s Milk, Egg White, Egg Yolk, Goat’s Milk, Mare’s Milk, Sheep’s Milk
Fruits: 14
Apple, Banana, Blueberry, Cherry, Fig, Grape, Kiwi, Mango, Muskmelon, Orange, Papaya, Peach, Pear, Strawberry
Legumes & Nuts: 14
Almond, Brazil Nut, Cashew, Chickpea, White Bean, Hazelnut, Lentil, Macadamia, Pea, Peanut, Pecan, Pistachio, Soy, Walnut
Meat: 10
Seafood: 20
Anisakis Simplex, Atlantic Cod, Atlantic Herring, Atlantic Mackerel, Black-Tiger Shrimp, Brown Shrimp, Carp, Common Musse Crab, Lobster, Northern Prawn, Oyster, Salmon, Scallop, Shrimp Mix, Squid, Swordfish, Thomback Ray, Tuna, Venus Clam
Spices: 6
Anise, Caraway, Mustard, Oregano, Paprika, Parsley
Others: 4
Latex, Homs Lactoferrin, Pigeon Tick, Weeping Fig
What Happens After the Test
Once we identify your allergens, our providers will help you create a customized plan that may include:
- Environmental adjustments (e.g., avoiding triggers, using air filters)
- Over-the-counter or prescription antihistamines
- Nasal sprays or other medications
- Referrals for immunotherapy if needed
We believe in empowering you with the tools to feel better year-round, not just during allergy season.
Comfort, Clarity, and Convenience
At Valley Integrated Urgent Care, allergy testing is performed in a clean, clinical setting by trained providers who are here to listen. Whether you’ve been suffering for years or are just starting to notice symptoms, we’ll help get the answers you need in a single visit – no referral required.
