Environmental Allergy Test
A finger-prick test covering common environmental triggers, including tree and grass pollens, house dust mite, mould spores and animal dander.
Community pharmacies are the first point of contact for everyday healthcare.
NHS
- Availability
- Private service
- Sample
- Finger-prick sample
- Clinic
- Allergy Tests
- Referral
- Not needed, book directly
What is Environmental Allergy Test?
Useful when symptoms are seasonal, or when they follow you around a particular building or animal and you want to know what you are reacting to rather than guessing.
Knowing your triggers changes what you can do about them, from when to start antihistamines to what is worth changing at home. We talk through the report and what practically follows from it.
Why choose Environmental Allergy Test at Bruntsfield Pharmacy?
Quick appointment
The sample takes a few minutes. You do not need to stop antihistamines beforehand unless we tell you otherwise.
Reviewed with you
A pharmacist goes through the report with you and explains what the readings do and do not tell you.
Private and unhurried
Seen in a private consultation room, with time to ask questions.
Sensible next steps
If your results point towards something that needs a GP or a dietitian, we will say so and help you get there.
How it WorksHow does Environmental Allergy Test work?
Book a slot
Pick a time. We will confirm which sample the test needs before you come in.
Give your sample
Either a finger-prick or a blood sample taken from the arm, depending on the test.
Go through your report
We contact you when the report is back and talk it through, including what is worth acting on.
Book online
Choose a time for Environmental Allergy Test without leaving this page.
Environmental Allergy Test: common questions
Do I need a GP referral for Environmental Allergy Test?
- No. Environmental Allergy Test is a private service you can book directly with Bruntsfield Pharmacy, without a GP referral and without being registered with us. If what you need turns out to be something better handled by your GP or a hospital, we will tell you that plainly rather than proceed.
How is the sample taken for Environmental Allergy Test?
- Environmental Allergy Test uses a finger-prick sample, so there is no needle in the arm. It takes a few minutes and most people find it straightforward.
Where can I get Environmental Allergy Test in Edinburgh?
- At Bruntsfield Pharmacy, 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4EQ, through our Allergy Tests service. We are a short walk from Morningside, Marchmont and Tollcross, and open monday to friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. You can book online or call 0131 563 6824.
Do I need an appointment for Environmental Allergy Test?
- Booking ahead is best, and you can do it online from this page or by calling 0131 563 6824. We can often see people the same day. If you are unsure whether this is the right service for you, ring first and ask to speak to a pharmacist.
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