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RAST Test

Also called: Allergy Screen, Radioallergosorbent Test, Allergen-Specific IgE Antibody Test

- Summary
- About RAST
- Types and differences
- Before the test
- During the test
- After the test
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Marc J. Sicklick, M.D., FAAAAI, FACAAI

Questions for your doctor about the RAST test

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to the RAST test:

  1. Why are you recommending that I undergo a RAST test?

  2. Do I need to do anything to prepare for the test?

  3. How long will my test take?

  4. Do I face any risks by undergoing a RAST test?

  5. Am I likely to experience pain during the test?

  6. When will my results be available?

  7. Will you call me when the results are in?

  8. What do my results indicate?

  9. How accurate is this test? Can I trust the results?

  10. Now that my results are in, what is the next step?

  11. Do I require further testing?

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Review Date: 01-22-2007

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