Junior Food Intolerance Test
A food intolerance panel made for children, taken from a finger-prick sample rather than a draw from the arm.
Community pharmacies are the first point of contact for everyday healthcare.
NHS
- Availability
- Private service
- Sample
- Finger-prick sample
- Clinic
- Allergy Tests
- Referral
- None needed
- Registration
- Not required
Junior Food Intolerance Test, Explained
Children's diets change quickly and symptoms are often reported by a parent rather than described directly, which makes structured information genuinely useful when you are trying to work out a pattern.
Any dietary change for a child should be made with proper advice, because restricting food groups during growth carries its own risks. We will always say when something belongs with your GP, a paediatrician or a dietitian rather than with us.
Why People Choose Junior Food Intolerance Test
Quick appointment
The sample takes a few minutes. You do not need to stop antihistamines beforehand unless we tell you otherwise.
Reviewed with you
A pharmacist goes through the report with you and explains what the readings do and do not tell you.
Private and unhurried
Seen in a private consultation room, with time to ask questions.
Sensible next steps
If your results point towards something that needs a GP or a dietitian, we will say so and help you get there.
How it WorksWhat Happens at Your Junior Food Intolerance Test Appointment
Book a slot
Pick a time. We will confirm which sample the test needs before you come in.
Give your sample
Either a finger-prick or a blood sample taken from the arm, depending on the test.
Go through your report
We contact you when the report is back and talk it through, including what is worth acting on.
Booking
Request Your Junior Food Intolerance Test Appointment
Online booking is coming soon. In the meantime, leave your details below and a member of our team will call you back to arrange a convenient time, usually the same day.
Prefer to Call?
Speak to a member of the team directly. We are happy to answer any questions and book you in over the phone.
0131 225 7770- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Or visit us at 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP.
Junior Food Intolerance Test: Your Questions Answered
Can I book Junior Food Intolerance Test without seeing a GP first?
- Yes. Junior Food Intolerance Test is a private service you can book directly with us, with no GP referral and no need to be registered with a nearby practice. If your needs would be better met by a GP or hospital, we will tell you clearly and point you in the right direction.
What happens during Junior Food Intolerance Test?
- Only a finger-prick sample is needed, so nothing is taken from your arm. The test takes a few minutes in our private consultation room and is quick and straightforward.
Can I have Junior Food Intolerance Test done in central Edinburgh?
- Yes. Junior Food Intolerance Test is available at Forrest Pharmacy, 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP, as part of our Allergy Tests. We are in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Town, Southside and Newington, with bus routes stopping nearby. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Book online or call 0131 225 7770.
Can I just walk in for Junior Food Intolerance Test?
- Walk-ins are welcome, and we keep appointments available each day for people who need to be seen quickly. Booking ahead, online or on 0131 225 7770, is the best way to secure a time that suits you. If you are unsure whether this is the right service, ask to speak to a pharmacist when you call.
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