Type 1 Hypersensitivity reaction
Anaphylactic
Facts
:
Due to preformed immunoglobulin E (IgE), cause release of vasoactive amines (histamiine, leukotrienes) from mast cells and basophils
See Also
:
Hypersensitivity reactions
Associated With
:
Bee stings
Latex allergy
Food allergies (peanuts, shellfish)
Medications (
penicillins
, sulfa drugs)
Hay Fever
Asthma
July 21st 2010
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Internal Medicine
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