Which of the following is done for the quick diagnosis of Erythrasma ?
Correct Answer: Wood's lamp examination
Description: Ans is'd i.e. Wood's lamp examination(Ref. IADVL text book of dermatology 3d/e p. 236).Erythrasma is caused by infection by Coryneform bacteria.Wood's lamp examination is a commonly used test to diagnose Erythrasma.Lesion shows coral red fluorescence dre to coproporphyrin III production by the bacteria.
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