ASTM F2147-01
Standard Practice for Guinea Pig: Split Adjuvant and Closed Patch Testing for Contact Allergens

Standard No.

ASTM F2147-01

Release Date

2001

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM F2147-01(2006)

Latest

ASTM F2147-01(2016)

Scope

1.1 This practice is intended to determine the potential for a substance, or material extract, to elicit contact dermal allergenicity.

1.2 This practice is intended as an alternative to the Guinea Pig Maximization Test (GPMT), given the limitations on dosage form and tendency for false positives associated with the latter test. See Rationale and References.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM F2147-01 history

• 2001 ASTM F2147-01(2016) Standard Practice for Guinea Pig: Split Adjuvant and Closed Patch Testing for Contact Allergens
• 2010 ASTM F2147-01(2010) Standard Practice for Guinea Pig: Split Adjuvant and Closed Patch Testing for Contact Allergens
• 2006 ASTM F2147-01(2006) Standard Practice for Guinea Pig: Split Adjuvant and Closed Patch Testing for Contact Allergens
• 2001 ASTM F2147-01 Standard Practice for Guinea Pig: Split Adjuvant and Closed Patch Testing for Contact Allergens