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skin tests
Subject Category
S Biological Sciences
X Research, Technology and Engineering
Definition
Tests or bioassays that measure the skin sensitization potential of various agents or chemicals.
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Used For
corrositex
dermal irritancy tests
skin irritancy tests
Broader Term
immunologic techniques
Narrower Term
local lymph node assay
patch test
skin prick tests
Related Term
acute dermal exposure
acute dermal toxicity
chronic dermal exposure
dermal exposure
dermal toxicity
eye irritation tests
Spanish
pruebas cutáneas
Term Number
32456