Allergy testing in Christchurch
This query came today:
“I am in Christchurch and my GP says there is no allergy testing available anymore in Christchurch. Is this true?”
Reply: Well, it depends what you mean by allergy testing.
Skin prick testing for allergies: This is available at Canterbury Health Laboratories (CHL), at the hospital. Needs a GP referral. Wait time about 6 months I am told.
The private labs (MedLab and Southern Community Lab) are not offering this service now, following earthquake.
The private labs (MedLab and Southern Community Lab) are not offering this service now, following earthquake.
We do skin-prick tests at the Childrens Clinic as part of your paediatric consultation (private).
RAST blood testing for allergies: This is available at all the labs. Needs a GP blood request.
We organise RAST tests at the Childrens Clinic if this is indicated.
Waiting times: We can usually see patients within a week or two.