Table 2.
Dermal Draize Observations
Score | Grade | Edema | Erythema |
---|---|---|---|
0 | None | No swelling | Normal color |
1 | Minimal | Slight swelling; indistinct border | Light pink; indistinct |
2 | Mild | Defined swelling; distinct border | Bright pink/pale red; distinct |
3 | Moderate | Defined swelling; raised border (≤ 1 mm) | Bright red; distinct |
4 | Severe | Pronounced swelling; raised border (>1 mm) | Dark red; pronounced |