intracutaneous test

noun

Immunology.

1. a test for immunity or allergy to a particular antigen by observing the local reaction following injection of a small amount of the antigen into the skin.

Word History and Origins

Origin of intracutaneous test¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

This is the intracutaneous test as originally suggested by Mantoux.

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