skin prick test

GPTKB entity

Statements (29)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf diagnosis
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs prick test
puncture test
gptkbp:alternativeTo intradermal test
serum specific IgE test
gptkbp:commonAllergensTested pollen
foods
mold
pet dander
dust mites
gptkbp:contraindication anaphylaxis risk
antihistamine use
severe skin disease
gptkbp:detects IgE-mediated allergic reactions
gptkbp:duration 15-20 minutes
gptkbp:firstDescribed late 19th century
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label skin prick test
gptkbp:interpretedBy size of wheal
gptkbp:method introducing allergens into skin
gptkbp:performedBy gptkb:nurse
gptkb:physician
allergist
gptkbp:result wheal and flare reaction
gptkbp:sideEffect itching
local swelling
rare systemic reaction
gptkbp:usedFor allergy diagnosis
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Allergy_and_Immunology_Department
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7