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Systemic reactions from allergy skin testing: 0.4% for skin prick testing, 3.2% for intradermal
Skin testing is the diagnostic cornerstone for allergies and is considered extremely safe, carrying only a small risk of systemic reactions.
A prospective study included 1,500 patients at the University of South Florida and aimed to determine the 12-month incidence of systemic reactions (SRs) to skin prick testing (SPT) and intradermal skin testing (ST). Epinephrine (0.2 mL of a 1:1,000 dilution) was administered intramuscularly in the deltoid as soon as any remote signs or symptoms occurred.
Interesting data for allergists to consider..