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Capillaroscopy
Capillaroscopy, also called nailfold capillaroscopy, is the noninvasive in-vivo microscopy of capillaries, performed chiefly at the nailfold to detect the microvascular abnormalities of connective tissue diseases.
Corneometry
Corneometry is a dermatological technique that measures hydration of the stratum corneum, the skin's outermost layer, using a capacitive sensor pressed against the skin surface.
Dermoscopy
Dermoscopy, also called dermatoscopy or epiluminescence microscopy, is a noninvasive technique using a magnifying illuminated device to visualize subsurface skin structures and detect melanoma earlier.
Planimetry (medicine)
Planimetry is a clinical method that measures the surface area of wounds, ulcers, burns, and skin lesions from traced or photographed outlines to track healing.
Skin prick test
The skin prick test is a diagnostic procedure that detects IgE-mediated allergy by introducing small amounts of suspected allergens into the skin, with results in 15 to 20 minutes.
Skin scratch test
The skin scratch test, also called the allergy scratch test, is an allergy diagnostic procedure in which allergen drops are scratched into the skin to detect IgE-mediated sensitization.
Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is dermoscopic imaging of the hair and scalp, a noninvasive, low-cost technique for diagnosing hair loss and scalp disease by magnifying hair shafts, follicular openings, and blood vessels.