Experts for Allergic Dermatitis

Bio-Diagnostics offer a range of products used for patch testing, which is used in the diagnosis of allergic dermatitis, as well as training programs to support your organisation with all your allergic dermatitis needs. We have been supplying hospitals and clinics around the UK with dermatology products since 1980 and are proud of our input in successful diagnostic pathways of patients with these skin conditions. This is why we have been one of the UK Leaders in allergic dermatitis since 1979.

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Proud partners of SmartPractice®

Bio-Diagnostics are proud to be the UK distributor for SmartPractice®®, offering a broad range of their products. Through this partnership, Bio-Diagnostics provide classic skin patch test supplies such as allergen panels and innovative accessories like TruVol™ and PatchProtect™, which improve the effectiveness and practicality of patch testing within the clinic environment.

Because Patients deserve a diagnosis.

Patch Testing Supplies

Patch Testing Panels

inn chambers and AllergEAZE™ panels in various sizes and materials. Water resistant versions are also available.

TruVol™

Precision Allergen Dispenser provides a standardised dose of allergen every time it is used. It is easy to load and simple to use.

Ancillary Items

Reading guides, skin marker pens and medical tape.

PatchProtect™

Patch Test Protective Cover Tape provides patch testing professionals with a moisture resistant cover for skin patch test panels.

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Patch Test Training

Bio-Diagnostics Supports Allergic Dermatitis Diagnosis with Professional Training

Whether you are starting a new patch testing clinic, or need a refresher, we offer personalised training session for any level.

The session involves a theory section covering:

when patch testing is used,
a how-to-guide on the application process,
how to interpret results
a guide to post-result patient management.

The practical section covers loading and applying different types of panels and how to use ancillary items.*

*Subject to availability / eligibility

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My PALM app

Revolutionising how allergic contact dermititis is managed… for free

Combining your patch test results, barcode scanning of products and allergen name databases… all at your fingertips for free.

My PALM is a digital support tool designed to help clinicians and patients manage allergic contact dermatitis more effectively. It brings patch test results, allergen information, and practical guidance together in one place. The PALM app’s mission is to support clearer communication and better adherence as well as more informed treatment decisions for patients with allergic dermatitis.

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For Patients

What is contact dermatitis/allergic dermatitis?

Allergic Contact Dermatitis patients present with an eczematous reaction, synonymous with the appearance of contact eczema. ACD is induced by contact allergens, which result in a delayed type hypersensitive immune response (Type IV) and is T-cell mediated. (Read more) (collapsable text box)

Haptens which are commonly known as Contact Allergens, are generally of low molecular weight which can penetrate and then diffuse beneath the epidermal barrier of the patients skin causing irritation, this can ultimately lead to sensitisation following repeated exposure to the allergen.

Clinically controlled commercial allergens are widely available and enable controlled testing of such sensitivity with precise concentrations of Allergens in a clinical environment – this test is commonly described at Patch Testing.

Regulatory Details

We regularly review the regulatory information on our website, but if you have a question about a particular product or marking, make sure to check the Regulatory and Quality section of the FAQ. If you can’t find what you need, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our regulatory team via the contact page.

Patch Test Supplies:

Welcome to our allergy clinician portal, here you can learn more about patch testing allergen solutions. We are proud to partner with SmartPractice® to provide a full range of allergens for successful patch testing for UK healthcare professionals.

Patch test allergen SmPC

Patch Test List of Allergens

CDI guidelines on patch testing

Patch Testing Webinar