Which of the following is the most appropriate way to skin test Cinnamomum zeylanicum for irritant effects?
A. Place a drop on the soles of the feet, cover and leave for 24 hours
B. Apply diluted to the crook of the arm, cover and leave for 24 hours
C. Apply undiluted to the crook of the arm, cover and leave for 24 hours
D. Place 1 drop on the gum mucous membrane, leave for 24 hours.
Answer: B. Apply diluted to the crook of the arm, cover and leave for 24 hours
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