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.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): E01.370.225.812.871.610, E05.200.812.871.610, E05.478.594.890.610

MeSH Unique ID: D010328

Entry Terms:

• Patch Test
• Test, Patch
• Tests, Patch
• Patch Testing
• Patch Testings
• Testing, Patch
• Testings, Patch

All MeSH Categories
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Clinical Laboratory Techniques
Immunologic Tests
Skin Tests
Patch Tests

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Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Investigative Techniques
Clinical Laboratory Techniques
Immunologic Tests
Skin Tests
Patch Tests

All MeSH Categories
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Investigative Techniques
Immunologic Techniques
Immunologic Tests
Skin Tests
Patch Tests