title: Antigen preparation for the patch test.
abstract: At this time patch testing is the most important tool in the evaluation of patients with dermatoses. From 70 to 80% of all cases of contact allergy are estimated to be discovered by using the standard trays with just 20 to 30 different substances and mixes.
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Fischer
authors.forename: H I
authors.initials: HI
authors.lastname: Maibach
mesh_terms: D000485:Allergens; D000941:Antigens; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D010328:Patch Tests / Q000379:methods*; D012882:Skin Tests / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D000485:Allergens; D000941:Antigens