Finn chamber
Synonym(s)
Finn Chamber; Finn-Chamber; Finn chamber patch test
History
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Common application system made of small aluminium trays, with a diameter of 0,8cm and a capacity of 20ul. The Finn-Chamber system is used in epicutaneous testing for the assessment of various skin and contact dermatitis under the supervision of a licensed physician.
Note(s)
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For liquid test substance, a soaked filter paper disc is placed in the chamber. Finn Chambers can also be used in experimental skin allergy test protocols.
Literature
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- Fischer T et al (1984) Finn chamber patch test technique. Contact dermatitis 11:137-140.