title: Batch-consciousness in dermatologic management.
abstract: The chemical ingredients can vary between batches of industrial products. That means that the sensitizing capacity is also variable. This should be considered in taking histories, performing patch testing and analyzing chemicals.
mesh_terms: D002617:Chemical Industry / Q000592:standards; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000139:chemically induced*; D006801:Humans; D010328:Patch Tests