patch test

noun

: a test for determining allergic sensitivity that is made by applying to the unbroken skin small pads soaked with the allergen to be tested

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Try a patch test on a small skin area first to avoid potential side effects like a skin allergic reaction. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 8 Jan. 2025 If the patch test area develops irritation, wash the castor oil off of your skin and apply a cool compress or petroleum jelly to soothe your skin. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 5 Jan. 2025 As always, though, patch test and start using every other night to build up tolerance. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024 For either method, do a patch test before applying it to your entire face. Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for patch test 

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of patch test was in 1921

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“Patch test.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patch%20test. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

patch test

noun
: a test for finding out if a person is sensitive to an allergy-producing substance that is made by putting small pads soaked with the substance to be tested on the unbroken skin

Medical Definition

patch test

noun
: a test for determining allergic sensitivity that is made by applying to the unbroken skin small pads soaked with the allergen to be tested and that indicates sensitivity when irritation develops at the point of application compare intradermal test, prick test, scratch test

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