CSD skin test

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CSD skin test

Cat scratch disease skin test

• Allergic reaction, including itching and hives (rare)
• Possible spread of viruses to patient

Although this test has historical value, there are better tests available for diagnosing CSD. Also, the CSD antigen is not widely available and it carries the possible risk of transmitting other harmful substances, such as viruses.

This skin test is not widely available, is not standardized, and is NOT approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Review Date: 06/09/2011
Reviewed By: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; Jatin M. Vyas, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor in Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Assistant in Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).

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