Ara h 2 and Ara 6 are the best predictors of severe peanut allergy: A double‐blind placebo‐controlled study

ConclusionCo‐sensitization to Ara h 2 and Ara h 6 was associated with severe reactions distinguishing severe allergy from mild symptoms. SIgE to Ara h 8 added no diagnostic value. Component‐resolved diagnostics reduce the need for oral challenges in peanut allergy.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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Source: Allergy - June 11, 2015 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Anna Kaarina Kukkonen, Anna S. Pelkonen, Soili Mäkinen‐Kiljunen, Helena Voutilainen, Mika J. Mäkelä Tags: Original Article Source Type: research