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Wood's Lamp
Alternate Names : Black Light Test, Ultraviolet Light Test
Definition Wood's lamp is a test that is performed in a dark room where ultraviolet light is shined on the area of interest.
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Why is the Test Performed?
Your health care provider may perform this test to detect several conditions, including: - Bacterial infections
- Fungal infections
- Porphyria
- Pigmentary alterations
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• Definition
• Why is the Test Performed?
• How is the Test Performed?
• How to Prepare for the Test?
• How will the Test Feel?
• Normal Values
• What do Abnormal Results Mean?
• Special Considerations
• Risks
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Porphyria
Review Date : 4/15/2003
Reviewed By : Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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