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Name 3 skin tests that are performed for allergy testing.
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1)patch
2)scratch 3)intradermal |
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Patch (allergy test)
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Suspect allergy-causing substance placed on the skin
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Scratch (Allergy test)
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Several scratches made in the skin and test material applied
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Intradermal (Allergy test)
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Injection of reactive substance between layers of skin for reaction
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Cauterization
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Burning procedure destroys diseased tissue (electrocauterization)
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Cryosurgery
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Tissue is destroyed by cold or freezing procedure
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Fungal tests
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Scrapings from skin lesions are placed on a growth medium for several weeks, then examined microscopically for evidence of fungal growth
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Skin Biopsy
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Skin lesion or sample is removed and sent pathological analysis
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