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Predictive values of alpha-gal IgE levels and alpha-gal IgE: Total IgE ratio and oral food challenge-proven meat allergy in a population with a high prevalence of reported red meat allergy.
Pediatric allergy and immunology : official publication of the European Society of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology - 1 Dec 2018
Mabelane Tshegofatso, Basera Wisdom, Botha Maresa, Thomas Heidi Facey, Ramjith Jordache, Levin Michael E
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BACKGROUND: Severe meat allergy with anaphylaxis may be caused by sensitization to alpha-gal. Levels of alpha-gal sensitization that correlate with high risk of meat allergy are currently unknown. We have identified an area with a high prevalence of reported red meat allergy which offered the opportunity to evaluate the diagnostic value of IgE antibody tests. METHODS: To determine levels of alpha-gal IgE and...
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