Surgical skin lesion removal
Smooth skin biopsy + immunopathology
Smooth skin biopsy with submission of tissue for immunopathological examination (immunofluorescence). The test allows identification of immunoglobulin and complement deposits in the skin.
- Recommended number of sessions
- 1 procedure; immunopathology results within 2-4 weeks
- Physical activity
- Protect the biopsy site; limit exercise for a few days
- Indications
- Diagnostics of blistering diseases (pemphigoidPemphigus)Lupus erythematosusVasculitisDermatitis herpetiformis
- Contraindications
- Coagulation disorders, anticoagulation therapy without consultation, active skin infections at the biopsy site