title: Patch testing technique.
abstract: The patch test is a necessary tool to evaluate contact dermatitis and other pruritic dermatoses. To obtain accurate test results, however, high-quality test material must be used, the application technique must be correct, and the results must be evaluated with skill and criticism. The relevance of the test should be related to the patient's history: both positive and negative test results are of importance.
authors.affiliation: Department of Occupational Dermatology, University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden.
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Fischer
authors.forename: I
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Kihlman
mesh_terms: D000485:Allergens; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D010328:Patch Tests / Q000379:methods*; D012882:Skin Tests / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D000485:Allergens