Patch test definition

Patch test or "predisposition test" means applying a small amount of a chemical preparation to the skin of the arm or behind the ear to determine possible allergies of the client to the chemical preparation.
Patch test or "predisposition test" means a test required by federal law under the Food and Drug Act, whereby a small amount of the chemical preparation is applied to the skin of the arm or behind the ear to determine possible allergies (hypersensitivity) of the client.
Patch test or "predisposition test" means

Examples of Patch test in a sentence

  • Patch test results vary greatly, depending on the causative drugs.


More Definitions of Patch test

Patch test means a field test procedure in which a small area of the existing lead-based paint film is prepared and the encapsulant product is applied or installed and cured in the manner intended for the large-scale job and then tested to determine adhesion and surface integrity.