Disease Summaries
Skin Prick Test
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| An Allergy Skin Prick Test |
| A small drop of an allergen solution is placed on the inner arm, and a needle is used to gently prick the skin underneath the solution. |
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| A Positive Allergy Skin Prick Test |
| If the patient is allergic to one or more of the allergens tested, the skin on the arm will develop a raised, itchy area with surrounding redness. |



