Allergy to cocoa

The cocoa test is a blood allergy test. The test for cocoa allergy indicates the allergen Theobroma cacao.

The test involves the determination of IgE antibodies in the blood and is performed when an allergy to cocoa is suspected. The advantage of of the test is that there is no need to discontinue antihistamines antihistamines. The blood allergen test is used also for qualification for desensitization of cocoa allergy.

It is also recommended for the diagnosis of allergenic agents in children under the age of 4 years.

• Survey result available within 17 working days.
• Ability to receive the result in reception desk of any Medicover Centre.
• Ability to access the result via the Internet in Medicover Online (you need to download the access password at the reception desk of the Medicover Medical Centre).