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MeSH Heading: Patch Tests
Tree Number(s): E01.370.225.812.871.610; E05.200.812.871.610; E05.478.594.890.610
Unique ID: D010328
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D010328
Scope Note: 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.
Entry Term(s): Patch Testing
NLM Classification #: QY 260
Public MeSH Note: 91; was see under SKIN TESTS 1975-90
Online Note: search SKIN TESTS 1966-74
History Note: 91(75); was see under SKIN TESTS 1975-90
Date Established: 1991/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2020/06/09

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