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.