Isocyanates.
Owing to the widespread use of isocyanate-derived products across multiple industries, it is important for physicians to be aware of their sensitizing potential. We first provide a general overview of isocyanates and the industries that may be associated with exposure to these compounds. This is followed by a description of the most commonly used isocyanate products in commercial patch test preparations. Finally, we discuss appropriate isocyanate patch testing methodology and optimal isocyanate patch test concentrations.
Department of Dermatology, The George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC 20037, USA.
Kurt S
KS
Wenk
Alison
A
Ehrlich
D000395:Air Pollutants, Occupational / Q000009:adverse effects*; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000209:etiology*; D004781:Environmental Exposure / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007221:Industry; D017953:Isocyanates / Q000009:adverse effects*; D016273:Occupational Exposure / Q000009:adverse effects; D010328:Patch Tests / Q000379:methods
D000395:Air Pollutants, Occupational; D017953:Isocyanates