Patients with persistent sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, or asthma symptoms around dogs may be recommended for testing.

A positive result confirms dog allergy, guiding avoidance strategies and possible medication use.

A negative result suggests no allergic sensitivity to dog dander, though other allergens may still be involved.

Yes, antihistamines may interfere with skin prick results; blood tests are unaffected.

Without testing, dog allergy may remain undiagnosed, leading to worsening respiratory or skin symptoms.

Complete prevention is difficult, but reducing exposure and maintaining clean environments helps.

Positive results indicate allergic rhinitis, asthma, or skin reactions triggered by dog dander.

This test specifically targets dog dander allergens, while panels test multiple allergens at once.