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They are safe, rapid, and very useful for identifying the source of skin lesions.<\/p>\n<p>We have several allergen batteries for diagnosing contact dermatitis. Thanks to these, we can tailor the test to each patient and obtain a reliable result.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;12px&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/5&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>What are patch tests?<\/h2>\n<p>Patches containing different allergens are placed on the back. They remain on for 48 hours. After this time, they are removed and the skin&#8217;s reaction is observed. 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