Photopatch and UV-irradiated patch testing in photosensitive dermatitis

Background: The photopatch test is used to detect photoallergic reactions to various antigens such as sunscreens and drugs. Photosensitive dermatitis can be caused due to antigens like parthenium, fragrances, rubbers and metals. The photopatch test does not contain these antigens. Therefore, the Ind...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Reena Rai, Maria Thomas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2016-01-01
Series:Indian Dermatology Online Journal
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Online Access:http://www.idoj.in/article.asp?issn=2229-5178;year=2016;volume=7;issue=1;spage=12;epage=16;aulast=Rai