Open AccessMeteorological conditions and the diagnosis of occupationally related contact sensitizations
Author(s) -
Janice Hegewald,
Wolfgang Uter,
Birger Kränke,
Axel Schnuch,
Annette Pfahlberg,
Olaf Gefeller
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
scandinavian journal of work, environment and health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.621
H-Index - 103
eISSN - 1795-990X
pISSN - 0355-3140
DOI - 10.5271/sjweh.1270
Subject(s) - patch test , allergic contact dermatitis , medicine , patch testing , sensitization , irritation , allergen , contact dermatitis , allergy , toxicology , immunology , biology
An accurate diagnosis of (occupational) contact sensitization by patch testing is a prerequisite for efficient preventive management. However, previously observed seasonal fluctuations in patch-test reactions indicate some influence of meteorological conditions. The present analysis aims at quantifying the possible impact of temperature and humidity on patch-test reactions to occupationally related allergens.