Abstract |
Studies of structure and function of allergens using state-of-the-art technologies have led to a better understanding of allergenicity, including aspects related to cross-reactivity, allergen nomenclature, and the identification of antigenic determinants. This information is being applied to the design and production of allergy vaccines, some of which already have proven efficacy and safety in clinical trials.
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Authors | Anna Pomés |
Journal | Current allergy and asthma reports
(Curr Allergy Asthma Rep)
Vol. 8
Issue 5
Pg. 425-32
(Sep 2008)
ISSN: 1534-6315 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 18682111
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Chemical References |
- Allergens
- Epitopes
- Immunoglobulin E
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Topics |
- Allergens
(chemistry, immunology)
- Animals
- B-Lymphocytes
(immunology)
- Cross Reactions
- Desensitization, Immunologic
- Epitope Mapping
- Epitopes
(immunology)
- Humans
- Hypersensitivity
(immunology, therapy)
- Immunoglobulin E
(blood, immunology)
- Molecular Structure
- Structure-Activity Relationship
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