sweat test

GPTKB entity

Statements (18)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf diagnosis
gptkbp:alternativeTo genetic testing for cystic fibrosis
gptkbp:detects other electrolyte imbalances
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Gibson_and_Cooke
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label sweat test
gptkbp:introduced 1959
gptkbp:measures chloride concentration in sweat
gptkbp:method pilocarpine iontophoresis
gptkbp:normal_chloride_value less than 40 mmol/L
gptkbp:performedAt adults
children
gptkbp:performedBy trained healthcare professionals
gptkbp:positive_result greater than 60 mmol/L chloride
gptkbp:requires specialized equipment
gptkbp:type sweat
gptkbp:used_to_diagnose cystic fibrosis
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cystic_fibrosis
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5