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219 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654219 W Chicago Ave
OpenMon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Midwest Express Clinic, River North - 219 W Chicago Ave, Chicago
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4.13(537 reviews)
111 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60602111 N Wabash Ave
OpenMon 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
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Quest Diagnostics - 111 N Wabash Ave

Recent patient review

I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Quest Lab Testing for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.
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4.43(436 reviews)
1460 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 606421460 N Halsted St
OpenMon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics, Blackhawk - 1460 N Halsted St

Recent patient review

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.
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4.58(472 reviews)
4126 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 606414126 N Milwaukee Ave
OpenMon 6:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics, Parkway Plaza - 4126 N Milwaukee Ave

Recent patient review

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.
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4.24(417 reviews)
10837 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 6045310837 S Cicero Ave
OpenMon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics - 10837 S Cicero Ave

Recent patient review

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.
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4.26(579 reviews)
2551 Compass Rd, Glenview, IL 600262551 Compass Rd
OpenMon 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 2551 Compass Rd

Recent patient review

I highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting tested. From start to finish the whole process was hassle free and and very professional. I had my results very quickly and discreetly couldn't be happier with the service.
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4.26(427 reviews)
340 E North Ave, Lombard, IL 60148340 E North Ave
OpenMon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics - 340 E North Ave

Recent patient review

I would 100% recommend this company to anyone wanting to check their health status. The process was incredibly easy and done through certified labs. The results are frequently back by the next day.
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4.43(439 reviews)
2340 S Highland Ave, Lombard, IL 601482340 S Highland Ave
OpenMon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Quest Diagnostics - 2340 S Highland Ave

Recent patient review

I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.
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14 Indoor / Outdoor Respiratory Allergy Panel
$239
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$399
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Food Allergy Panel
$209
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4.27(456 reviews)
1113 Fairview Ave, Westmont, IL 605591113 Fairview Ave
OpenMon 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 6:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 1113 Fairview Ave

Recent patient review

Great discreet service, scheduled my visit and paid for for the test online not in Showed up at lab, checked in and was seen within minutes. Blood and urine were collected, test results came back quickly within 2 days because I did my test on a Friday. Quick, easy and cheap. Didn't have to wait for a visit to my PCP, and then get referral to lab.
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Food Allergy Panel
$209
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4.33(489 reviews)
17665 Torrence Ave, Lansing, IL 6043817665 Torrence Ave
OpenMon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 17665 Torrence Ave

Recent patient review

A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.
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4.4(455 reviews)
9046 W 159th St, Orland Park, IL 604629046 W 159th St
OpenMon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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Quest Diagnostics - 9046 W 159th St

Recent patient review

I would 100% recommend this company to anyone wanting to check their health status. The process was incredibly easy and done through certified labs. The results are frequently back by the next day.
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14 Indoor / Outdoor Respiratory Allergy Panel
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4.37(526 reviews)
808 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173808 Woodfield Rd
OpenMon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics - 808 Woodfield Rd

Recent patient review

Excellent customer service. Knowledgeably answered all questions. Appointment and billing were fast. Testing next day was on time and professional. Results available within 24 hours. Highly recommend.
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$399
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4.27(523 reviews)
19070 Everett Blvd, Mokena, IL 6044819070 Everett Blvd
OpenMon 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics - 19070 Everett Blvd

Recent patient review

After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.
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14 Indoor / Outdoor Respiratory Allergy Panel
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4.26(545 reviews)
484 W Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440484 W Boughton Rd
OpenMon 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sat 7:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 484 W Boughton Rd

Recent patient review

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.
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14 Indoor / Outdoor Respiratory Allergy Panel
$239
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4.59(516 reviews)
640 S Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540640 S Washington St
OpenMon 5:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 5:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 5:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 5:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 5:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 5:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 640 S Washington St

Recent patient review

After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.
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4.58(600 reviews)
119 E 93rd Ave, Crown Point, IN 46307119 E 93rd Ave
OpenMon 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 119 E 93rd Ave

Recent patient review

I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.
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$399
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4.5(418 reviews)
12690 Illinois Rte 59, Plainfield, IL 6058512690 Illinois Rte 59
OpenMon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Quest Diagnostics - 12690 Illinois Rte 59

Recent patient review

Excellent customer service. Knowledgeably answered all questions. Appointment and billing were fast. Testing next day was on time and professional. Results available within 24 hours. Highly recommend.
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$399
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4.38(531 reviews)
2088 Ogden Ave, Aurora, IL 605042088 Ogden Ave
OpenMon 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Quest Diagnostics - 2088 Ogden Ave

Recent patient review

I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.
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14 Indoor / Outdoor Respiratory Allergy Panel
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$399
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Food Allergy Panel
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4.39(905 reviews)
1631 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 606141631 N Halsted St
OpenMon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Family Urgent Care, Lincoln Park - Chicago - 1631 N Halsted St, Chicago
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Recent patient review

The staff here were fantastic! Kind, competent, and easy to talk to. I will definitely be going back!

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4.3(44 reviews)
2859 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 606232859 S Pulaski Rd
OpenMon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Little Village Immediate Care - 2859 S Pulaski Rd
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Recent patient review

My nurse practitioner was so nice and friendly and took great care of me, She got me in and out in like 20mins !

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The Indoor / Outdoor Respiratory Allergy Test Panel measures the level of IgE antibodies that your immune system produces in response to specific tree pollen, weed, grass, and common indoor allergens.
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The Food Allergy Panel measures the levels of IgE antibodies that your immune system produces in response to common food allergens.

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Allergy Testing FAQs

  • Where can I get an allergy test in Chicago?

    In general, allergy tests will be available at Chicago-area urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care doctor offices, local pharmacies and labs. While walk-in appointments are typically available, booking a visit online will reduce your wait time and ensure you determine the cause of your allergy faster.

  • How can I book an allergy test in Chicago?

    Regardless of the kind of allergy test you are seeking, Solv can help you book an appointment. Simply search for Chicago-area doctors, filter by the test you want and find a top-rated provider. Be sure to include “allergy testing” and your chosen type of testing as the reason for visit.

  • Where can I get an allergy test after hours in Chicago?

    Outside routine work hours, most Chicago primary care offices are closed, however, most of the area’s urgent care and retail clinics are open later than typical business hours and on weekends. Book an after-hours visit to get prompt, no-hassle care and start treating your allergy even faster.

  • Can I make a same-day appointment for an allergy test in Chicago?

    Same-day and next-day appointments for allergy tests can easily be booked directly through Solv. Simply search for Chicago-area doctors, find a provider, and book the most convenient time for you. Be sure to include “allergy testing” as your reason for visit.

  • How do I find the best allergists in Chicago?

    Solv gathers reviews, ratings, and other data on Chicago-area allergists to ensure the clinics provided meet our standards. Search for an allergist, see what previous patients think, and book an appointment with a top-rated allergist today!

  • Who should get an allergy test?

    Individuals who experience seasonal allergies, have family members with a history of life-threatening reactions, or have an unexplained allergic reaction should seek allergy testing. Book a consultation with a doctor today to determine whether you should be tested and how to avoid allergens specific to Chicago.

  • Are video visits available with allergists in Chicago?

    While an allergy test cannot be performed over video, your doctor can evaluate you or your child for most concerns, such as breathing issues, food allergies, reactions to medication and skin reactions, using telemedicine. They can discuss a care plan, prescribe medications, and order blood tests if deemed necessary, all while you are safe and comfortable at home in Chicago.

  • How much does an allergy test cost in Chicago?

    Without insurance, a consultation with an allergist typically costs $150 to $300. Skin allergy tests can cost anywhere from $60 to $300. A blood test can cost between $200 and $1,000. Book a consultation with a doctor in Chicago today to get more details on allergy test costs.

  • Is an allergy test covered by my insurance?

    Consultations with allergists and blood and skin tests are usually covered by insurance and require only a copay ranging from $20 to $40.

  • How long does an allergy test take?

    Blood allergy tests are done on samples collected in a lab. The collection itself should only take a few minutes, and the results should be ready within one to two weeks. Once you’ve received your results, your doctor can work with you to develop a treatment plan.

Getting an Allergy Test in Chicago, IL

Allergies affect more than 50 million people in the United States. Allergies run in families and are especially common among children. However, they can begin at any age. Allergies can disappear for a period of time before reappearing years later.

When your body's defenses are weakened, such as during pregnancy or after an illness, allergies can flare up at any time. The sooner you discover an allergy, the easier it will be to avoid triggers and relieve your symptoms.

Allergies arise in a wide range of shapes and sizes, and they can appear in a number of ways. Allergens include pollen, dust mites, animal fur, bug bites, certain medicines, and mold. An allergic reaction can be identified by sneezing, watery eyes, a runny nose, sinus congestion, coughing, or a skin rash. Allergies may aggravate some conditions, such as asthma or eczema. If your symptoms last longer than two weeks and come again, you may have an allergy.

If you suspect you have allergies, an allergy test can help you identify specific allergens and triggers. You can then develop a treatment plan with your healthcare expert to help you avoid allergens in the future.

Multiple allergy tests may be necessary to accurately detect an allergy. If the initial skin test is inconclusive, your doctor may order a second one. Food allergy testing is more difficult and often requires an exclusion diet. An elimination diet involves removing potential allergens from your diet and gradually reintroducing them one at a time to determine whether you have any reactions. Dairy, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish are among the foods that should be avoided.

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American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
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