intracutaneous test
noun Immunology.
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.
Also called
intradermal test.
Compare
patch test,
scratch test.
Origin of intracutaneous test
First recorded in 1955–60
Words nearby intracutaneous test
intracranial hemorrhage,
intracranial pressure,
intractable,
intracutaneous,
intracutaneous reaction,
intracutaneous test,
intrad,
intraday,
intradermal,
intradermal nevus,
intradermal reaction
Medical definitions for intradermal test
intradermal test
n.
A test for hypersensitivity or allergy in which a small amount of the suspected allergen is injected into the skin.