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Meanings of subcutaneous test in English

A form of skin test in which the suspected allergen is injected into the skin.

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        Examples for "intradermal test"
        Examples for "intradermal test"
        1
        Prick, patch, and intradermal tests are the most readily available forms of allergy testing.
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        2
        Prick and intradermal tests are sensitive in evaluating betalactam hypersensitivity.
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        3
        Fifty-seven children had positive delayed-reading intradermal tests (18 of these with a positive patch test).
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        4
        However, patch tests are less sensitive than intradermal tests, which are preferable in subjects with mild reactions.
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        5
        The patient showed positive results on intradermal tests for sugammadex and rocuronium, supporting a diagnosis of allergic reactions to both drugs.
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