What does the cryptic crossword clue "Takes skin test regularly (4)" mean?

The definition is "Takes". The wordplay uses alternating, charade. SI (alternate letters of "skin") + TS (alternate letters of "test") [alternating: "regularly"]; definition: "Takes" The answer is SITS.

Takes skin test regularly (4)

Times Cryptic #28846 | 17 Across | 2024-02-22 flower

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