This procedure can be used for the collection of the uppermost layer of the skin (stratum corneum) for determination of various biomarkers e.g. cytokines and inflammatory mediators, filaggrin degradation products (NMF) or lipids. Repeat the procedure by applying the tape to the same skin spot, dependently on how many tapes should be collected (usually 6-10). Use alternating directions of stripping for each subsequent strip.
