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Food Immunotherapy (FIT) Referral Criteria

Who can refer

Allergist

Patient acceptance

6 years of age and under

Clinical criteria

The FIT clinic accepts referrals for children 6 years and under with a confirmed food allergy to one or more of the following: peanuts, tree nuts, egg, milk, wheat, soy, and/or sesame. Other food allergies may be considered. The referral must come from an allergist to provide a comprehensive allergy history, skin testing and blood test results.

Rejection criteria

Incomplete investigations
Referral not from an allergist
Children 7 years of age and older

Required supporting documentation

Recent specific IgEs (done in the last 6 months)
Recent skin prick testing results (done in the last 6 months)
Most recent consult note, including the history of reaction, for the food in question

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