| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3340150 | Allergologia et Immunopathologia | 2009 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Skin testing remains an essential diagnostic tool in modern allergy practice.A significant variability has been reported regarding technical procedures, interpretation of results and documentation. This review has the aim of consolidating methodological recommendations through a critical analysis on past and recent data. This will allow a better understanding on skin prick test (SPT) history; technique; (contra-) indications; interpretation of results; diagnostic pitfalls; adverse reactions; and variability factors.
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Authors
João Antunes, Luís Borrego, Ana Romeira, Paula Pinto,