PrivateAllergy Testing
Reliable diagnostic blood testing in the heart of South Kensington. We provide comprehensive allergy screening in a modern clinical environment.
We are a diagnostic-only clinic and do not provide treatments.
Welcome to Private Allergy Testing Clinic
A diagnostic service based in South Kensington, London. We offer IgE blood testing to help identify potential allergic sensitivities to foods, environmental factors, and other common allergens. As a purely diagnostic clinic, we focus solely on sample collection and laboratory analysis. We do not provide medical consultations, treatment plans, or clinical reports. Your results are delivered directly to you, ready to share with your GP or specialist for further interpretation and guidance.
Our Diagnostic Services
Precision testing for environmental, food, and specific allergens.
Comprehensive Packages
Broad-spectrum screening panels designed to investigate multiple potential triggers in one go.
Explore Tests →Allergy Profiles
Targeted groups of tests focusing on specific categories such as nuts, dairy, or seasonal pollens.
Explore Tests →Individual Tests
Highly specific assays for single allergens to confirm suspected triggers or monitor known sensitivities.
Explore Tests →Why Choose the Allergy Clinic?
Professional Clinical Care
All our samples are collected by experienced clinical professionals, ensuring the highest standards of phlebotomy and sample integrity.
Purely Diagnostic Focus
We are a diagnostic-only clinic. We do not sell treatments, which ensures our service remains impartial and focused entirely on providing accurate results.
CQC Registered Facility
Our South Kensington clinic operates under strict Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards for safety and patient care.
Accredited Lab Partners
We work exclusively with ISO-accredited UK laboratories to ensure the validity and reliability of every test report.
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Evidence-based guides on allergies, testing, and symptom management.
Why "Diagnostic-Only" Clinics Are a Faster Path to Allergy Answers
Why diagnostic-only allergy clinics speed up care. How nurse-led blood testing with no GP referral gets specific IgE results to your chosen clinician faster — CQC-regulated, UKAS-accredited labs, and what a good allergy report includes.
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What Is Component Resolved Diagnostics (CRD)? The Future of Precision
CRD explained for UK patients. What molecular allergy blood testing reveals beyond standard IgE — Ara h 2 peanut markers, primary sensitisation vs cross-reactivity, storage proteins vs PR-10, test platforms (ISAC, ALEX, ImmunoCAP), and when component testing changes your clinical picture.
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Tomato Allergy and the 'Nightshade' Question: What's Real and What's Hype?
Tomato allergy explained for UK patients. Covers oral allergy syndrome, contact irritation, histamine intolerance, the nightshade debate, cooked vs raw tolerance, IgE component testing with profilin and LTP markers, and when to seek clinical assessment.
Read Article →Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries about our diagnostic service.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
No, you do not need a referral to book a diagnostic blood test with us. However, we always recommend sharing your results with your GP for a formal diagnosis.
Is fasting required for allergy tests?
No, fasting is typically not required for IgE allergy blood testing. You can eat and drink normally before your appointment.
Can I take antihistamines before the test?
Yes. Unlike skin prick tests, blood tests for specific IgE antibodies are not affected by antihistamine medications.
How long does the appointment take?
Appointments are usually 15-20 minutes. Most of that time is for registration and sample collection; the phlebotomy itself takes only a few minutes.
When will I get my results?
Most results are processed and sent to you within 3 to 5 working days via a secure digital report.