Skin Prick Test
Allergy skin prick test
An allergy skin prick test
A small drop of an allergen solution is placed on the inner arm, and a needle is used to gently prick the skin underneath the solution.
 
Skin prick test results
A positive allergy skin prick test
If the patient is allergic to one or more of the allergens tested, the skin on the arm will develop a raised, itchy area with surrounding redness.