Pitfalls in patch testing

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 01 Sep 2000Publisher:SAGE PublicationsJournal:American Journal of Contact Dermatitis, volume 11, pages 184-188 (issn: 1046-199X,

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Authors: D, Elston; A, Licata; E, Rudner; K, Trotter;

doi: 10.1053/ajcd.2000.8845

pmid: 11012008

Pitfalls in patch testing

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Abstract

Patch testing is an invaluable diagnostic tool in the evaluation of allergic contact dermatitis. While TrueTest has simplified the technique for many practitioners, there remains potential for error. We asked 4 experts to describe their approach to several dilemmas encountered in patch testing. Their responses will be helpful to both the veteran and tyro.

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Keywords

Time Factors, Bias, Climate, Dermatitis, Allergic Contact, Humans, Reproducibility of Results, False Positive Reactions, Patch Tests, False Negative Reactions

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