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If you are suffering from allergies then why not check out Allergy UK for more information

 

We currently offer allergy tests for those looking for further insight into potential allergens, via the ALEX² IgE Test. This private service is carried out in-pharmacy and involves a small blood sample taken by finger prick, which is then sent to a specialist laboratory for analysis.

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However, we strongly advise that anyone who believes they are suffering from a serious allergy, especially if they have experienced symptoms such as anaphylaxis, should contact their GP or an allergy specialist for further investigation. The diagnosis of allergic disease is based primarily on clinical assessment and history, supported by appropriate testing such as skin prick tests or laboratory investigations. While tests like ALEX² can be a useful tool, they are not diagnostic on their own.

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At Lochardil Pharmacy, we act as a third-party provider of this service. Although we provide full information and obtain informed consent, we do not conduct the laboratory analysis ourselves and do not accept liability for the accuracy, reliability, or interpretation of laboratory results. The laboratory performing the ALEX² test is independently regulated and subject to its own clinical governance, accreditation, and quality assurance procedures, in accordance with applicable healthcare standards.

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Results must always be interpreted in the context of your clinical history, which remains the gold standard in allergy diagnosis. We recommend that all results are reviewed with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your allergy management.