OFFICE DERMATOLOGICAL TESTING - THE TZANCK PREPARATION
Title
OFFICE DERMATOLOGICAL TESTING - THE TZANCK PREPARATION
Creator
Brodell R T; Helms S E; Devine M
Publisher
American Family Physician
Date
1991
1991-09
Description
Whether a vesicobullous disease is intraepidermal or subepidermal is often difficult to determine from the clinical examination. The Tzanck preparation can provide clues that aid in the diagnosis of a number of diseases. It is particularly helpful in confirming the diagnosis of herpes infection. This article outlines the materials and steps for performing this valuable test.
Subject
General & Internal Medicine
Identifier
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Format
Journal Article or Conference Abstract Publication
URL Address
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Pages
857-860
Issue
3
Volume
44
Citation
Brodell R T; Helms S E; Devine M, “OFFICE DERMATOLOGICAL TESTING - THE TZANCK PREPARATION,” NEOMED Bibliography Database, accessed April 25, 2024, https://neomed.omeka.net/items/show/8740.