Allergy to poppy seeds

The poppy test is an allergy test from the blood. The test for poppy allergy means the allergen Papaver.


The test involves the determination of IgE antibodies in the blood and is performed when an allergy to poppy is suspected.


The advantage of the test is that there is no need to discontinue antihistamines antihistamines. The blood allergen test is used also for qualifying for poppy allergy desensitization. It is recommended also for the diagnosis of allergenic agents in children under 4 years of age.

• 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).