🔍 Many Doctors Rely on Unproven Allergy Tests (May 5, 2025)
A recent article in The Guardian examined the surge in popularity of online food sensitivity tests, such as IgG blood panels and bioresonance (hair) tests, which lack scientific validation and often deliver inconsistent results ScienceDirect+15CBS News+15Yahoo News+15The Guardian. In one case, a consumer received over 100 “sensitivity” alerts—yet experienced no symptoms when consuming those foods. Experts warned these tests “can diagnose people with allergies they don’t have,” potentially leading to nutritional deficiencies or increased health anxiety The Guardian.
🏥 New Study: Misdiagnosis from Allergy Blood Panels (May 23, 2025)
According to a study featured on Kiddiez, about 30% of children previously diagnosed with food allergies were actually suffering from food sensitivities—not true allergies kiddiez.com+1atlantaallergy.com+1. Unlike allergies, which require immune system intervention, sensitivities often cause different symptoms and are better managed with tailored dietary adjustments, not blanket avoidance approaches jacionline.org+2kiddiez.com+2jandonline.org+2
📝 Key Takeaways from Recent Findings:
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IgG-based and bioresonance tests are unreliable for true allergy detection.
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Up to 30% of “allergic” kids may actually have sensitivities, not immune-mediated allergies.
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Reliable diagnosis requires clinical evaluation, including skin prick testing, IgE testing, and supervised food challenges.
At Patliputra Multi Plus Hospital, our pediatric allergy services follow evidence-based guidelines:
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We avoid unvalidated tests
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We use clinically proven diagnostics (IgE testing, skin pricks, supervised food challenges)
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Our focus is on accurate diagnosis, preventing unnecessary dietary restrictions, and ensuring healthy growth
🔗 Learn more on our pediatric allergy protocols or book an appointment with our certified specialists today.
