“This mole looks different than it used to”
Dermoscopy / Skin Mole CheckLeads to:Mole Removal or Skin Biopsy
Dermatologist-Led Skin Clinic Dermatologist-Led Skin Clinic · Saravanampatti, Coimbatore
Skin & Hair Diagnostics in Coimbatore
Accurate answers before treatment — mole checks, scalp analysis, allergy testing, and specialized skin examinations, all in one place.
One Category, Every Diagnostic Tool Book Your Diagnostic Consultation
What Is Skin & Hair Diagnostics?
Diagnostics are the step before treatment that's easy to skip — and the one most likely to determine whether a treatment actually works.
Some answers are immediate. Others need a short waiting period to confirm.
Immediate Visual ExaminationMagnified or UV-based reads, explained the same visit
Mole & Growth StructureScalp & Follicle HealthUV-Reactive Conditions
Allergen IdentificationApplied and read over a short waiting period
Skin Patch Test48–72 Hour ApplicationConfirmed Trigger
At LaShine, these diagnostic tools aren't a separate, optional add-on — they're built into how conditions across every other category on this site are actually assessed, from Mole Removal to Hair Fall Diagnosis to Skin Allergy Testing.
Immediate Read
Allergen Test
Every Unanswered Skin & Hair Question
Who Is It Suitable For?
Whether it's a mole that needs a closer look, hair thinning that needs a cause, or a rash that needs an allergen identified — this is built for anyone who wants an answer before starting treatment.
An Answer First. A Plan Second.
Anyone wanting a confirmed diagnosis before starting treatment, rather than a visual guess – there's a dedicated diagnostic tool for you here.
A Mole That Looks Different
A mole or skin growth that looks unusual or has changed recently
Unexplained Hair Thinning
Hair thinning or hair loss without a known cause
A Patch That Won’t Clear Up
A rash, patch, or skin discoloration that’s hard to identify visually
A Suspected Allergic Reaction
Reacting to something with no clear idea what’s causing it
Dermatologist-Led
4 Diagnostic Tools, One Roof
Evidence-Based Assessment
Hygiene-First Clinic
Saravanampatti, Coimbatore
Benefits of Diagnosing First 
Benefits of Diagnosing Before Treating
Starting a regrowth plan, removal, or pigmentation treatment without confirming the cause first often means restarting once the real issue becomes clear. We diagnose first, so treatment starts specific.
One Record
Answer First
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No Wasted Treatment
Starting a regrowth plan, removal, or pigmentation treatment without confirming the cause first often means restarting once the real issue becomes clear.
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Objective Evidence, Not a Visual Guess
Dermoscopy, trichoscopy, and Wood’s lamp examination all reveal detail invisible to the naked eye.
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Faster, More Targeted Treatment
Once an allergen, infection type, or growth structure is confirmed, treatment can be specific from the first session rather than trial and error.
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One Diagnostic Record
Your results feed directly into whichever treatment category you move into next, rather than starting from zero at a different provider.
Concerns & Treatments in This Category
Every Concern. One Diagnostic Answer.
A mole, a scalp issue, an unclear rash, or a suspected allergy each point to a different tool — start with what matches your concern below.
One Diagnostic Record.
Feeds directly into your next treatment.
Skin Growth & Mole Assessment
Dermoscopy / Skin Mole Check — magnified examination before removal.
Specialized Skin Examination
‘Wood’s Lamp Examination — UV-based read for fungal, pigment, and bacterial conditions.
Scalp & Hair Assessment
Trichoscopy / Scalp Analysis — identifies the cause of hair loss or thinning.
Allergy Identification
Skin Patch Test — identifies specific allergens behind a skin reaction.
Where Your Diagnosis Leads Next
Diagnostics Route Into Every Treatment Category
A mole check belongs to Removal Procedures. A scalp analysis belongs to Hair Loss & Scalp. A patch test belongs to Clinical Dermatology. Here's where each finding takes you.
Removal Procedures
Mole or growth findings from Dermoscopy typically lead here.
Clinical Dermatology
Fungal or allergy findings from Wood’s Lamp or Patch Test lead here.
Pigmentation & Skin Tone
Pigment findings from a Wood’s Lamp Examination can lead here.
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4 Diagnostic Tools
Care Continuity
One Dermatologist
No Guesswork
Assessed First
Clinic Location
Saravanampatti
Start From Your Symptom
Which Diagnostic Do You Need?
If you're not sure which diagnostic applies to you, start with what you're actually noticing — not the technical name of the test.
“My hair is thinning and I don’t know why”
Trichoscopy / Scalp AnalysisLeads to:Hair Fall Diagnosis
“I have a patch that won’t clear up”
Wood’s Lamp ExaminationLeads to:Fungal Infection Treatment or Pigmentation Treatment
“I keep reacting to something and don’t know what”
Skin Patch TestLeads to:Skin Allergy Testing or Eczema & Dermatitis Treatment
If you're still not sure which of these applies, a general consultation is the simplest starting point — your dermatologist will recommend the right test based on what they see.
Compare Your Options
Diagnostic Comparison at a Glance
Each diagnostic tool examines something different and feeds into a different treatment path. Use this comparison to see what each one checks, how long it takes, and what it's typically used before — then book a consultation if you're not sure which applies to you.
Examines: Moles and skin growths, magnified structure
Before: Mole Removal, Skin Biopsy 10–20 minutes
Helps decide if a biopsy is needed before removal
Examines: Scalp condition and hair follicle health
Before: Hair Loss Treatment, PRP/GFC/QR678 15–30 minutes
Confirms cause before starting a regrowth plan
Examines: Fungal, pigment, and certain bacterial conditions under UV light
Before: Fungal Infection Treatment, Pigmentation Treatment 5–10 minutes
Non-invasive, immediate visual result
Examines: Specific allergens causing a skin reaction
Before: Skin Allergy Testing follow-up, Eczema & Dermatitis Treatment Applied over 48–72 hours
Requires a short waiting period for results
Same-visit resultRequires a waiting period
Our Diagnostic Approach
How We Approach Diagnostics at LaShine.
A five-step approach — from identifying the right tool to routing you to the correct treatment category, findings already on file.
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Identify the Right Tool
Your dermatologist determines which diagnostic applies based on your concern — a mole, scalp issue, unclear rash, or suspected allergy each point to a different tool.
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Perform the Diagnostic
Dermoscopy, Trichoscopy, Wood’s Lamp Examination, or Skin Patch Test is carried out, with results explained clearly rather than left as jargon.
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Confirm the Diagnosis
Findings are reviewed with you directly, including what they mean and what level of concern, if any, is warranted.
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Route to the Right Treatment Category
Based on the diagnosis, you’re routed to the appropriate treatment path — Removal Procedures, Hair Loss & Scalp, Pigmentation & Skin Tone, or Clinical Dermatology — with your findings already on file.
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Follow-Up if Needed
Some diagnostics, like a patch test, require a follow-up visit to read results after a waiting period; this is scheduled as part of the same process, not left for you to arrange separately.
What to Expect 
Most Results Are Immediate. One Just Needs a Wait.
Because these are diagnostic tools rather than treatments, there's no downtime in the usual sense — the main timeline consideration is the patch test's required waiting period.
No downtime. Just a short wait.
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Dermoscopy & Wood’s Lamp Examination
Results available immediately during your visit.
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Trichoscopy
Results available immediately, with findings discussed the same visit.
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Skin Patch Test
Requires an application period of 48–72 hours before results can be read, so this typically involves two visits.
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No Downtime, Just a Waiting Period
Because these are diagnostic tools rather than treatments, there’s no recovery involved — only the patch test’s short application window before results are confirmed.
Want to Know Your Exact Timeline?
We'll confirm exactly what applies to your concern at your visit.
Aftercare Guidance 
Minimal Aftercare. One Test Needs Care.
Most diagnostics need nothing after your visit. The skin patch test is the one exception, since disturbing it before the reading appointment can affect accuracy.
Undisturbed patches, accurate results.
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No Aftercare for Dermoscopy, Trichoscopy & Wood’s Lamp
These are non-invasive examinations — there’s nothing to do differently afterward, and you can resume your day as normal.
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Keep Skin Patch Test Areas Dry & Undisturbed
Avoid getting the test area wet or removing the patches early, since disturbing them before the reading appointment can affect accuracy.
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Bring a List of Suspected Triggers
For your Skin Patch Test appointment, bring a list of products, medications, or recent exposures if you suspect a specific trigger — this helps guide what’s tested.
DIAGNOSTIC INSIGHTS
Diagnostics
Explore dermatologist-led information about skin analysis, mole evaluation, scalp analysis, dermoscopy and diagnostic testing.
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OUR EXPERT CARE
Diagnosed by Qualified Experts.
Every diagnostic at LaShine — dermoscopy, trichoscopy, Wood's lamp examination, and skin patch testing — is performed and explained by a qualified dermatologist, so your treatment plan starts from an actual answer, not a visual guess.
Dermatologist
Supervised Diagnostics
9+ YearsClinical Experience
Dr. Shabari A, MBBS, MD DVL
Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
Completed her MBBS and MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy, with 9 years of overall experience across dermatological and trichological diagnostics.
A mole can look harmless or concerning to the naked eye, but dermoscopy shows structure a visual check alone can't. I'd rather spend ten extra minutes confirming what we're looking at than start a treatment plan on a guess.
MBBS, MD DVL
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
9 Years
Overall Clinical Experience
Specialized In
Skin & Hair Diagnostics, Dermatology & Trichology
Evidence-Based
Objective, Confirmed Assessment
Patient-First
Findings Explained, Not Left as Jargon
Dermatologist
Supervised Diagnostics
IADVLMember
Dr. Lavanya Kavimani, MBBS
Dermatology Care, IADVL Member
Completed her MBBS at Tbilisi State Medical University in 2018, and is a registered member of the Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL).
A patch test only works if it's read correctly and interpreted alongside a patient's actual history. I treat every diagnostic result as the foundation the rest of the treatment plan is built on, not a formality before it.
MBBS
Tbilisi State Medical University, 2018
Registration
134837 — Tamil Nadu Medical Council, 2019
IADVL Member
Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists & Leprologists
Specialized In
Skin & Hair Diagnostics, General Dermatology
Patient-First
Approach with Personalised Care
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions about Skin & Hair Diagnostics, answered by our experts. Clear answers. Real guidance.
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Either — you can book a diagnostic-only visit if you specifically want a mole checked, a scalp analysis, or a patch test, or it can be built into a broader consultation if you’re unsure what’s wrong.
No — dermoscopy is a non-invasive, magnified visual examination, while a Skin Biopsy involves taking a small tissue sample for lab analysis. Dermoscopy often determines whether a biopsy is needed in the first place.
The patches are applied and left in place for 48-72 hours, so this typically requires two visits — one to apply the test and one to read the results.
It identifies scalp and follicle-level clues that point toward likely causes (e.g., pattern thinning vs. inflammatory causes), and is usually combined with your history and, if needed, other tests as part of a full Hair Fall Diagnosis.
It highlights certain fungal infections, pigment changes, and some bacterial conditions that fluoresce differently under UV light, helping confirm a diagnosis that might not be obvious under normal lighting.
Sometimes, if the diagnosis is straightforward and treatment can begin immediately. For others — especially where a biopsy or patch test result is needed — treatment starts once results are reviewed.
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