During the test, small patches are placed on your back; they contain substances that you could potentially be allergic to. Hypoallergenic tape is placed on top to secure the patches and act as a seal.

Skin allergies are common and often frustrating to diagnose. But new technology could soon help change that. Dr. Alison Bruce, a dermatologist at Mayo Clinic, is aiding the development of an ...

Skin allergies are common and often frustrating to diagnose. But new technology could soon help change that. Dr. Alison Bruce, a dermatologist at the Mayo Clinic, is helping to develop an artificial ...

The AllergE patch uses microneedles with special DNA sensors that change shape when they detect IgE allergy antibodies, producing a signal that can be read for real-time monitoring. A wearable device ...