Skin Prick Automated Test device offers more reliable allergy test results compared to a manual skin prick test
S F Seys,
K Roux,
C Claes
et al.
Abstract:Background: The skin prick test (SPT) is the gold standard for identifying allergic sensitization in individuals suspected of inhalant allergy. A novel device, SPAT or Skin Prick Automated Test, that enables more standardized allergy testing has been developed. Previous research has shown reduced intra-subject variability of histamine wheals by SPAT. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate within-test agreement (% of patients with consistent test results) to detect sensitization to common inhalant allergens wh… Show more
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