Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Patch Tests

Skin tests in which the sensitizer is applied to a patch of cotton cloth or gauze held in place for approximately 48-72 hours. It is used for the elicitation of a contact hypersensitivity reaction.

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Abstract

Skin tests in which the sensitizer is applied to a patch of cotton cloth or gauze held in place for approximately 48-72 hours. It is used for the elicitation of a contact hypersensitivity reaction.

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Synonyms

7 entry terms
  • Patch Test
  • Test, Patch
  • Tests, Patch
  • Patch Testing
  • Patch Testings
  • Testing, Patch
  • Testings, Patch

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

91(75); was see under SKIN TESTS 1975-90

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Tree Numbers

  1. E01w.370.225.812.871w.610w
  2. E05.200.812.871w.610w
  3. E05.478.594.890w.610w

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NLM Classification

QY 260

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Patch Tests. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D010328. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D010328
  2. Patch Tests. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patch_test
  3. Patch Tests. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1347105