Concentrations of patch test allergens: are we comparing the same things?

Contact Dermatitis. 1978 Apr;4(2):103-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.1978.tb03742.x.

Abstract

A new way of expressing the concentrations of patch test allergens solutions (or emulsions) is proposed. From these new expressions it can be seen that apparently similar concentrations (0.5% chromium, 2% formaldehyde) can actually be in the ratio 1 to 15 as expressed at the molecular level.

MeSH terms

  • Allergens / administration & dosage*
  • Dose-Response Relationship, Drug
  • Drug Hypersensitivity / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Patch Tests / methods*
  • Skin Tests / methods*

Substances

  • Allergens