Overview
Allergy and immunology focuses on allergic disorders asthma and primary immunodeficiencies using testing and immunotherapy. Specialists provide long term management and prevention strategies for allergic disease. Care integrates clinical evaluation with laboratory and procedural testing.
Clinical Practice
Care includes skin testing immunotherapy biologic therapies and management of anaphylaxis and immune deficiency. Specialists coordinate with pulmonology dermatology and ENT for multidisciplinary care. Education on avoidance and emergency planning is central to practice.
Procedures and Tools
Common tools include skin prick testing serum IgE assays and pulmonary function testing and immunoglobulin replacement. Desensitization protocols and biologic administration require monitoring and safety protocols. Documentation of reactions and follow up supports long term management.
Training and Roles
Allergists complete internal medicine or pediatrics residency followed by fellowship in allergy and immunology. Certification and continuing education maintain competence in evolving biologic therapies. They collaborate with primary care and specialty teams for integrated care.