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patch testControlled application of biological or chemical substances to the skin to test for allergy. Small amounts of diluted test substances applied under a patch of cloth or soft paper and an impermeable membrane are left in place for 48 hours, and the skin reaction is then examined and scored from 0 (none) to 4+ (severe blistering and redness). patch test [′pach ‚test] (immunology) A test in which material is applied and left in contact with intact skin surfaces for 48 hours in order to demonstrate tissue sensitivity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Her patch test results revealed she was allergic to an ingredient found in the hand wash used at work. Skin patch tests use the patient's glove or latex product to screen for an immediate or delayed hypersensitivity and to evaluate the cause of the skin irritation Use of the latex product in question helps to ensure an accurate diagnosis since no standardized patch test exists. Sensitivity on the patch test system used in this study simply means you were sensitized in the past," he explains. |
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