[1][2][3][4][5] Although there has been some discussion as to whether dust mite avoidance measures will result in a clinically relevant outcome[6][7][8] the resulting debate has given rise to a recommendation by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute that an asthma management plan should include avoidance of as many allergens as possible to which the individual is sensitive.

Products are subjected to standardised testing and if they pass, are deemed Asthma & Allergy Friendly.

The allergen immunoassay sampling and analysis for the certification program is carried out by various accredited partner laboratories such as Berkeley Analytical, Testex and Airmid Healthgroup specialised in environmental testings and in particular for allergy and asthma, microbiology, molecular biology, and aerobiology.

[14] Manufacturers must submit their products for testing to Allergy Standards Ltd approved third party laboratories.

Products must also demonstrate that they are capable of carrying out their function effectively and are of acceptable quality and construction.