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I had skin allergy test done years ago. got results like 4/6 6/6 15/15. what are these numbers referring to? what is the scale? is 15/15 severe?

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Allergies : These numbers mean nothing and can only be interpreted by a physician who uses this scale. I would suggest you be retested if you are still having problems. Good Luck

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 4/4/2019

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A member asked:

I had skin allergy test done years ago. got results like 4/6 6/6 15/15. what are these numbers referring to? what is the scale? is 15/15 severe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Fields answered

Dr Modi agreed

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