Allergens: Antigen-type substances that produce immediate hypersensitivity (HYPERSENSITIVITY, IMMEDIATE).Antigens, Plant: Substances found in PLANTS that have antigenic activity.Immunoglobulin E: An immunoglobulin associated with MAST CELLS. Overexpression has been associated with allergic hypersensitivity (HYPERSENSITIVITY, IMMEDIATE).Mites: Any arthropod of the subclass ACARI except the TICKS. They are minute animals related to the spiders, usually having transparent or semitransparent bodies. They may be parasitic on humans and domestic animals, producing various irritations of the skin (MITE INFESTATIONS). Many mite species are important to human and veterinary medicine as both parasite and vector. Mites also infest plants.Antigens, Dermatophagoides: Antigens from the house dust mites (DERMATOPHAGOIDES), mainly D. farinae and D. pteronyssinus. They are proteins, found in mite feces or mite extracts, that can cause ASTHMA and other allergic diseases such as perennial rhinitis (RHINITIS, ALLERGIC, PERENNIAL) and atopic dermatitis (DERMATITIS, ATOPIC). More than 11 groups of Dermatophagoides ALLERGENS have been defined. Group I allergens, such as Der f I and Der p I from the above two species, are among the strongest mite immunogens in humans.Hypersensitivity: Altered reactivity to an antigen, which can result in pathologic reactions upon subsequent exposure to that particular antigen.Pollen: The fertilizing element of plants that contains the male GAMETOPHYTES.Arthropod Proteins: Proteins synthesized by organisms belonging to the phylum ARTHROPODA. Included in this heading are proteins from the subdivisions ARACHNIDA; CRUSTACEA; and HORSESHOE CRABS. Note that a separate heading for INSECT PROTEINS is listed under this heading.Pyroglyphidae: Family of house dust mites, in the superfamily Analgoidea, order Astigmata. They include the genera Dermatophagoides and Euroglyphus.Cockroaches: Insects of the order Dictyoptera comprising several families including Blaberidae, BLATTELLIDAE, Blattidae (containing the American cockroach PERIPLANETA americana), Cryptocercidae, and Polyphagidae.Skin Tests: Epicutaneous or intradermal application of a sensitizer for demonstration of either delayed or immediate hypersensitivity. Used in diagnosis of hypersensitivity or as a test for cellular immunity.Food Hypersensitivity: Gastrointestinal disturbances, skin eruptions, or shock due to allergic reactions to allergens in food.Desensitization, Immunologic: Immunosuppression by the administration of increasing doses of antigen. Though the exact mechanism is not clear, the therapy results in an increase in serum levels of allergen-specific IMMUNOGLOBULIN G, suppression of specific IgE, and an increase in suppressor T-cell activity.Hypersensitivity, Immediate: Hypersensitivity reactions which occur within minutes of exposure to challenging antigen due to the release of histamine which follows the antigen-antibody reaction and causes smooth muscle contraction and increased vascular permeability.Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal: Allergic rhinitis that occurs at the same time every year. It is characterized by acute CONJUNCTIVITIS with lacrimation and ITCHING, and regarded as an allergic condition triggered by specific ALLERGENS.Asthma: A form of bronchial disorder with three distinct components: airway hyper-responsiveness (RESPIRATORY HYPERSENSITIVITY), airway INFLAMMATION, and intermittent AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION. It is characterized by spasmodic contraction of airway smooth muscle, WHEEZING, and dyspnea (DYSPNEA, PAROXYSMAL).Betula: A plant genus of the family BETULACEAE. The tree has smooth, resinous, varicolored or white bark, marked by horizontal pores (lenticels), which usually peels horizontally in thin sheets.Dust: Earth or other matter in fine, dry particles. (Random House Unabridged Dictionary, 2d ed)Respiratory Hypersensitivity: A form of hypersensitivity affecting the respiratory tract. It includes ASTHMA and RHINITIS, ALLERGIC, SEASONAL.Phleum: A plant genus of the family POACEAE that contains the Phl p 4 allergen.Radioallergosorbent Test: An in vitro allergen radioimmunoassay in which allergens are coupled to an immunosorbent. The coupled allergens bind the IgE in the sera of patients which in turn binds radioisotope-labeled anti-IMMUNOGLOBULIN E antibodies.Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial: Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose similar to that found in hay fever except that symptoms persist throughout the year. The causes are usually air-borne allergens, particularly dusts, feathers, molds, animal fur, etc.Dermatophagoides farinae: Species of American house dust mite, in the family PYROGLYPHIDAE.Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus: Species of European house dust mite, in the family PYROGLYPHIDAE. It is the most commonly found house dust mite.2S Albumins, Plant: A major class of water-soluble seed storage proteins. Many proteins from this class are major PLANT ALLERGENS.Ambrosia: A plant genus of the family ASTERACEAE. The POLLEN is one cause of HAYFEVER.Air Pollution, Indoor: The contamination of indoor air.Bronchial Provocation Tests: Tests involving inhalation of allergens (nebulized or in dust form), nebulized pharmacologically active solutions (e.g., histamine, methacholine), or control solutions, followed by assessment of respiratory function. These tests are used in the diagnosis of asthma.Bronchial Hyperreactivity: Tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to contract more intensely in response to a given stimulus than it does in the response seen in normal individuals. This condition is present in virtually all symptomatic patients with asthma. The most prominent manifestation of this smooth muscle contraction is a decrease in airway caliber that can be readily measured in the pulmonary function laboratory.Arachis hypogaea: A plant species of the family FABACEAE that yields edible seeds, the familiar peanuts, which contain protein, oil and lectins.Ovalbumin: An albumin obtained from the white of eggs. It is a member of the serpin superfamily.Plant Proteins: Proteins found in plants (flowers, herbs, shrubs, trees, etc.). The concept does not include proteins found in vegetables for which VEGETABLE PROTEINS is available.Dermatitis, Allergic Contact: A contact dermatitis due to allergic sensitization to various substances. These substances subsequently produce inflammatory reactions in the skin of those who have acquired hypersensitivity to them as a result of prior exposure.Poaceae: A large family of narrow-leaved herbaceous grasses of the order Cyperales, subclass Commelinidae, class Liliopsida (monocotyledons). Food grains (EDIBLE GRAIN) come from members of this family. RHINITIS, ALLERGIC, SEASONAL can be induced by POLLEN of many of the grasses.Intradermal Tests: Skin tests in which the sensitizer is injected.Latex Hypersensitivity: Allergic reaction to products containing processed natural rubber latex such as rubber gloves, condoms, catheters, dental dams, balloons, and sporting equipment. Both T-cell mediated (HYPERSENSITIVITY, DELAYED) and IgE antibody-mediated (HYPERSENSITIVITY, IMMEDIATE) allergic responses are possible. Delayed hypersensitivity results from exposure to antioxidants present in the rubber; immediate hypersensitivity results from exposure to a latex protein.Basophils: Granular leukocytes characterized by a relatively pale-staining, lobate nucleus and cytoplasm containing coarse dark-staining granules of variable size and stainable by basic dyes.Peanut Hypersensitivity: Allergic reaction to peanuts that is triggered by the immune system.Artemisia: A plant genus of the family ASTERACEAE with strong-smelling foliage. It is a source of SANTONIN and other cytotoxic TERPENES.Animal Technicians: Assistants to a veterinarian, biological or biomedical researcher, or other scientist who are engaged in the care and management of animals, and who are trained in basic principles of animal life processes and routine laboratory and animal health care procedures. (Facts on File Dictionary of Health Care Management, 1988)Eosinophils: Granular leukocytes with a nucleus that usually has two lobes connected by a slender thread of chromatin, and cytoplasm containing coarse, round granules that are uniform in size and stainable by eosin.Anaphylaxis: An acute hypersensitivity reaction due to exposure to a previously encountered ANTIGEN. The reaction may include rapidly progressing URTICARIA, respiratory distress, vascular collapse, systemic SHOCK, and death.Periplaneta: A genus in the family Blattidae containing several species, the most common being P. americana, the American cockroach.Wheat Hypersensitivity: Allergic reaction to wheat that is triggered by the immune system.Conjunctivitis, Allergic: Conjunctivitis due to hypersensitivity to various allergens.Nasal Provocation Tests: Application of allergens to the nasal mucosa. Interpretation includes observation of nasal symptoms, rhinoscopy, and rhinomanometry. Nasal provocation tests are used in the diagnosis of nasal hypersensitivity, including RHINITIS, ALLERGIC, SEASONAL.Th2 Cells: Subset of helper-inducer T-lymphocytes which synthesize and secrete the interleukins IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, and IL-10. These cytokines influence B-cell development and antibody production as well as augmenting humoral responses.Cross Reactions: Serological reactions in which an antiserum against one antigen reacts with a non-identical but closely related antigen.Cynodon: A plant genus of the family POACEAE that is considered a lawn grass by some and a weed by others. It contains allergen Cyn d 7.Flour: Ground up seed of WHEAT.Egg Hypersensitivity: Allergic reaction to eggs that is triggered by the immune system.Anisakis: A genus of nematodes of the superfamily ASCARIDOIDEA. Its organisms are found in the stomachs of marine animals and birds. Human infection occurs by ingestion of raw fish that contain larvae.Methacholine Chloride: A quaternary ammonium parasympathomimetic agent with the muscarinic actions of ACETYLCHOLINE. It is hydrolyzed by ACETYLCHOLINESTERASE at a considerably slower rate than ACETYLCHOLINE and is more resistant to hydrolysis by nonspecific CHOLINESTERASES so that its actions are more prolonged. It is used as a parasympathomimetic bronchoconstrictor agent and as a diagnostic aid for bronchial asthma. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1116)Phthalic Anhydrides: Phthalic acid anhydrides. Can be substituted on any carbon atom. Used extensively in industry and as a reagent in the acylation of amino- and hydroxyl groups.Rhinitis: Inflammation of the NASAL MUCOSA, the mucous membrane lining the NASAL CAVITIES.Housing: Living facilities for humans.Mice, Inbred BALB CBronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid: Washing liquid obtained from irrigation of the lung, including the BRONCHI and the PULMONARY ALVEOLI. It is generally used to assess biochemical, inflammatory, or infection status of the lung.Environmental Exposure: The exposure to potentially harmful chemical, physical, or biological agents in the environment or to environmental factors that may include ionizing radiation, pathogenic organisms, or toxic chemicals.Nut Hypersensitivity: Allergic reaction to tree nuts that is triggered by the immune system.Histamine Release: The secretion of histamine from mast cell and basophil granules by exocytosis. This can be initiated by a number of factors, all of which involve binding of IgE, cross-linked by antigen, to the mast cell or basophil's Fc receptors. Once released, histamine binds to a number of different target cell receptors and exerts a wide variety of effects.Lolium: Common member of the Gramineae family used as cattle FODDER. It harbors several fungi and other parasites toxic to livestock and people and produces allergenic compounds, especially in its pollen. The most commonly seen varieties are L. perenne, L. multiflorum, and L. rigidum.Corylus: A plant genus of the family BETULACEAE known for the edible nuts.Anti-Allergic Agents: Agents that are used to treat allergic reactions. Most of these drugs act by preventing the release of inflammatory mediators or inhibiting the actions of released mediators on their target cells. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p475)Acaridae: Family of MITES, in the superfamily Acaroidea, order Astigmata. They are frequently found in cereal-based foodstuffs including GRAIN and FLOUR.Interleukin-5: A cytokine that promotes differentiation and activation of EOSINOPHILS. It also triggers activated B-LYMPHOCYTES to differentiate into IMMUNOGLOBULIN-secreting cells.Cryptomeria: A plant genus of the family TAXODIACEAE. Its POLLEN is one of the major ALLERGENS.Lung: Either of the pair of organs occupying the cavity of the thorax that effect the aeration of the blood.Milk Hypersensitivity: Allergic reaction to milk (usually cow's milk) or milk products. MILK HYPERSENSITIVITY should be differentiated from LACTOSE INTOLERANCE, an intolerance to milk as a result of congenital deficiency of lactase.Amino Acid Sequence: The order of amino acids as they occur in a polypeptide chain. This is referred to as the primary structure of proteins. It is of fundamental importance in determining PROTEIN CONFORMATION.Dermatitis, Occupational: A recurrent contact dermatitis caused by substances found in the work place.Anisakiasis: Infection with roundworms of the genus ANISAKIS. Human infection results from the consumption of fish harboring roundworm larvae. The worms may cause acute NAUSEA; VOMITING; or penetrate into the wall of the DIGESTIVE TRACT where they give rise to EOSINOPHILIC GRANULOMA in the STOMACH; INTESTINES; or the OMENTUM.Bee Venoms: Venoms obtained from Apis mellifera (honey bee) and related species. They contain various enzymes, polypeptide toxins, and other substances, some of which are allergenic or immunogenic or both. These venoms were formerly used in rheumatism to stimulate the pituitary-adrenal system.Floors and Floorcoverings: The surface of a structure upon which one stands or walks.Local Lymph Node Assay: The local lymph node assay (LLNA) is an alternative method for the identification of chemicals that have the ability to cause skin sensitization and allergic contact dermatitis. Endpoints have been established so fewer animals are required and less painful procedures are used.Molecular Sequence Data: Descriptions of specific amino acid, carbohydrate, or nucleotide sequences which have appeared in the published literature and/or are deposited in and maintained by databanks such as GENBANK, European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), National Biomedical Research Foundation (NBRF), or other sequence repositories.Animals, LaboratoryImmunoglobulin G: The major immunoglobulin isotype class in normal human serum. There are several isotype subclasses of IgG, for example, IgG1, IgG2A, and IgG2B.Wasp Venoms: Venoms produced by the wasp (Vespid) family of stinging insects, including hornets; the venoms contain enzymes, biogenic amines, histamine releasing factors, kinins, toxic polypeptides, etc., and are similar to bee venoms.Glycoproteins: Conjugated protein-carbohydrate compounds including mucins, mucoid, and amyloid glycoproteins.Pulmonary Eosinophilia: A condition characterized by infiltration of the lung with EOSINOPHILS due to inflammation or other disease processes. Major eosinophilic lung diseases are the eosinophilic pneumonias caused by infections, allergens, or toxic agents.Cats: The domestic cat, Felis catus, of the carnivore family FELIDAE, comprising over 30 different breeds. The domestic cat is descended primarily from the wild cat of Africa and extreme southwestern Asia. Though probably present in towns in Palestine as long ago as 7000 years, actual domestication occurred in Egypt about 4000 years ago. (From Walker's Mammals of the World, 6th ed, p801)Eosinophilia: Abnormal increase of EOSINOPHILS in the blood, tissues or organs.Medical Laboratory Personnel: Health care professionals, technicians, and assistants staffing LABORATORIES in research or health care facilities.Bronchoconstrictor Agents: Agents causing the narrowing of the lumen of a bronchus or bronchiole.Latex: A milky, product excreted from the latex canals of a variety of plant species that contain cauotchouc. Latex is composed of 25-35% caoutchouc, 60-75% water, 2% protein, 2% resin, 1.5% sugar & 1% ash. RUBBER is made by the removal of water from latex.(From Concise Encyclopedia Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 3rd ed). Hevein proteins are responsible for LATEX HYPERSENSITIVITY. Latexes are used as inert vehicles to carry antibodies or antigens in LATEX FIXATION TESTS.Cytokines: Non-antibody proteins secreted by inflammatory leukocytes and some non-leukocytic cells, that act as intercellular mediators. They differ from classical hormones in that they are produced by a number of tissue or cell types rather than by specialized glands. They generally act locally in a paracrine or autocrine rather than endocrine manner.Histamine: An amine derived by enzymatic decarboxylation of HISTIDINE. It is a powerful stimulant of gastric secretion, a constrictor of bronchial smooth muscle, a vasodilator, and also a centrally acting neurotransmitter.Administration, Sublingual: Administration of a soluble dosage form by placement under the tongue.Epitopes: Sites on an antigen that interact with specific antibodies.Cupressus: A plant genus of the family CUPRESSACEAE. Cypress ordinarily refers to this but also forms part of the name of plants in other genera.Bedding and Linens: Articles of cloth, usually cotton or rayon and other synthetic or cotton-blend fabrics, used in households, hospitals, physicians' examining rooms, nursing homes, etc., for sheets, pillow cases, toweling, gowns, drapes, and the like.Bronchi: The larger air passages of the lungs arising from the terminal bifurcation of the TRACHEA. They include the largest two primary bronchi which branch out into secondary bronchi, and tertiary bronchi which extend into BRONCHIOLES and PULMONARY ALVEOLI.Interleukin-13: A cytokine synthesized by T-LYMPHOCYTES that produces proliferation, immunoglobulin isotype switching, and immunoglobulin production by immature B-LYMPHOCYTES. It appears to play a role in regulating inflammatory and immune responses.Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay: An immunoassay utilizing an antibody labeled with an enzyme marker such as horseradish peroxidase. While either the enzyme or the antibody is bound to an immunosorbent substrate, they both retain their biologic activity; the change in enzyme activity as a result of the enzyme-antibody-antigen reaction is proportional to the concentration of the antigen and can be measured spectrophotometrically or with the naked eye. Many variations of the method have been developed.Alternaria: A mitosporic Loculoascomycetes fungal genus including several plant pathogens and at least one species which produces a highly phytotoxic antibiotic. Its teleomorph is Lewia.Eczema: A pruritic papulovesicular dermatitis occurring as a reaction to many endogenous and exogenous agents (Dorland, 27th ed).Immunization: Deliberate stimulation of the host's immune response. ACTIVE IMMUNIZATION involves administration of ANTIGENS or IMMUNOLOGIC ADJUVANTS. PASSIVE IMMUNIZATION involves administration of IMMUNE SERA or LYMPHOCYTES or their extracts (e.g., transfer factor, immune RNA) or transplantation of immunocompetent cell producing tissue (thymus or bone marrow).Cysteine Endopeptidases: ENDOPEPTIDASES which have a cysteine involved in the catalytic process. This group of enzymes is inactivated by CYSTEINE PROTEINASE INHIBITORS such as CYSTATINS and SULFHYDRYL REAGENTS.Insect Bites and Stings: Bites and stings inflicted by insects.Antigens, Fungal: Substances of fungal origin that have antigenic activity.Aspergillosis, Allergic Bronchopulmonary: Hypersensitivity reaction (ALLERGIC REACTION) to fungus ASPERGILLUS in an individual with long-standing BRONCHIAL ASTHMA. It is characterized by pulmonary infiltrates, EOSINOPHILIA, elevated serum IMMUNOGLOBULIN E, and skin reactivity to Aspergillus antigen.Arginine Kinase: An enzyme that catalyzes the phosphorylation of the guanidine nitrogen of arginine in the presence of ATP and a divalent cation with formation of phosphorylarginine and ADP. EC 2.7.3.3.
Interleukin-8 receptor modulates IgE production and B-cell expansion and trafficking in allergen-induced pulmonary inflammation. (1/3663)
We examined the role of the interleukin-8 (IL-8) receptor in a murine model of allergen-induced pulmonary inflammation using mice with a targeted deletion of the murine IL-8 receptor homologue (IL-8r-/-). Wild-type (Wt) and IL-8r-/- mice were systemically immunized to ovalbumin (OVA) and were exposed with either single or multiple challenge of aerosolized phosphate-buffered saline (OVA/PBS) or OVA (OVA/OVA). Analysis of cells recovered from bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) revealed a diminished recruitment of neutrophils to the airway lumen after single challenge in IL-8r-/- mice compared with Wt mice, whereas multiply challenged IL-8r-/- mice had increased B cells and fewer neutrophils compared with Wt mice. Both Wt and IL-8r-/- OVA/OVA mice recruited similar numbers of eosinophils to the BAL fluid and exhibited comparable degrees of pulmonary inflammation histologically. Both total and OVA-specific IgE levels were greater in multiply challenged IL-8r-/- OVA/OVA mice than in Wt mice. Both the IL-8r-/- OVA/OVA and OVA/PBS mice were significantly less responsive to methacholine than their respective Wt groups, but both Wt and IL-8r mice showed similar degrees of enhancement after multiple allergen challenge. The data demonstrate that the IL-8r modulates IgE production, airway responsiveness, and the composition of the cells (B cells and neutrophils) recruited to the airway lumen in response to antigen. (+info)Molecular cloning and epitope analysis of the peanut allergen Ara h 3. (2/3663)
Peanut allergy is a significant IgE-mediated health problem because of the increased prevalence, potential severity, and chronicity of the reaction. Following our characterization of the two peanut allergens Ara h 1 and Ara h 2, we have isolated a cDNA clone encoding a third peanut allergen, Ara h 3. The deduced amino acid sequence of Ara h 3 shows homology to 11S seed-storage proteins. The recombinant form of this protein was expressed in a bacterial system and was recognized by serum IgE from approximately 45% of our peanut-allergic patient population. Serum IgE from these patients and overlapping, synthetic peptides were used to map the linear, IgE-binding epitopes of Ara h 3. Four epitopes, between 10 and 15 amino acids in length, were found within the primary sequence, with no obvious sequence motif shared by the peptides. One epitope is recognized by all Ara h 3-allergic patients. Mutational analysis of the epitopes revealed that single amino acid changes within these peptides could lead to a reduction or loss of IgE binding. By determining which amino acids are critical for IgE binding, it might be possible to alter the Ara h 3 cDNA to encode a protein with a reduced IgE-binding capacity. These results will enable the design of improved diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for food-hypersensitivity reactions. (+info)Cockroach allergy and asthma in a 30-year-old man. (3/3663)
A growing body of evidence has implicated allergens derived from cockroaches as an important environmental factor that may aggravate asthma in sensitized persons. We present the case of a 30-year-old man with asthma and a cockroach allergy. Allergy skin testing confirmed hypersensitivity to cockroach extract, and a home visit revealed visual evidence of infestation and the presence of Bla g 1 German cockroach allergen in vacuumed dust. As is typical of patients with a cockroach allergy and asthma, multiple factors in addition to cockroach allergen appeared to aggravate the patient's asthma. A multimodality therapeutic regimen, which included medications as well as cleaning of the home, integrated pest management, and professional application of chemical controls, resulted in substantial clinical improvement. The pathophysiology, epidemiology, and clinical features of cockroach-allergic asthma are reviewed, and an approach to diagnosis and management is suggested. (+info)Exhaled and nasal NO levels in allergic rhinitis: relation to sensitization, pollen season and bronchial hyperresponsiveness. (4/3663)
Exhaled nitric oxide is a potential marker of lower airway inflammation. Allergic rhinitis is associated with asthma and bronchial hyperresponsiveness. To determine whether or not nasal and exhaled NO concentrations are increased in allergic rhinitis and to assess the relation between hyperresponsiveness and exhaled NO, 46 rhinitic and 12 control subjects, all nonasthmatic nonsmokers without upper respiratory tract infection, were randomly selected from a large-scale epidemiological survey in Central Norway. All were investigated with flow-volume spirometry, methacholine provocation test, allergy testing and measurement of nasal and exhaled NO concentration in the nonpollen season. Eighteen rhinitic subjects completed an identical follow-up investigation during the following pollen season. Exhaled NO was significantly elevated in allergic rhinitis in the nonpollen season, especially in perennially sensitized subjects, as compared with controls (p=0.01), and increased further in the pollen season (p=0.04), mainly due to a two-fold increase in those with seasonal sensitization. Nasal NO was not significantly different from controls in the nonpollen season and did not increase significantly in the pollen season. Exhaled NO was increased in hyperresponsive subjects, and decreased significantly after methacholine-induced bronchoconstriction, suggesting that NO production occurs in the peripheral airways. In allergic rhinitis, an increase in exhaled nitric oxide on allergen exposure, particularly in hyperresponsive subjects, may be suggestive of airway inflammation and an increased risk for developing asthma. (+info)Compliance and stability of the bronchial wall in a model of allergen-induced lung inflammation. (5/3663)
Airway wall remodeling in response to inflammation might alter load on airway smooth muscle and/or change airway wall stability. We therefore determined airway wall compliance and closing pressures in an animal model. Weanling pigs were sensitized to ovalbumin (OVA; ip and sc, n = 6) and were subsequently challenged three times with OVA aerosol. Control pigs received 0.9% NaCl (n = 4) in place of OVA aerosol. Bronchoconstriction in vivo was assessed from lung resistance and dynamic compliance. Semistatic airway compliance was recorded ex vivo in isolated segments of bronchus, after the final OVA aerosol or 0.9% NaCl challenge. Internally or externally applied pressure needed to close bronchial segments was determined in the absence or presence of carbachol (1 microM). Sensitized pig lungs exhibited immediate bronchoconstriction to OVA aerosol and also peribronchial accumulations of monocytes and granulocytes. Compliance was reduced in sensitized bronchi in vitro (P < 0.01), and closing pressures were increased (P < 0.05). In the presence of carbachol, closing pressures of control and sensitized bronchi were not different. We conclude that sensitization and/or inflammation increases airway load and airway stability. (+info)A genome-wide screen for asthma-associated quantitative trait loci in a mouse model of allergic asthma. (6/3663)
Asthma is the most common illness of childhood, affecting one child in seven in the UK. Asthma has a genetic basis, but genetic studies of asthma in humans are confounded by uncontrolled environmental factors, varying penetrance and phenotypic pleiotropy. An animal model of asthma would offer controlled exposure, limited and consistent genetic variation, and unlimited size of sibships. Following immunization and subsequent challenge with ovalbumin, the Biozzi BP2 mouse shows features of asthma, including airway inflammation, eosinophil infiltration and non-specific bronchial responsiveness. In order to identify genetic loci influencing these traits, a cross was made between BP2 and BALB/c mice, and a genome-wide screen carried out in the F2progeny of the F1intercross. Five potentially linked loci were identified, four of which corresponded to human regions of syntenic homology that previously have shown linkage to asthma-associated traits. (+info)Strain-dependent induction of allergic sensitization caused by peanut allergen DNA immunization in mice. (7/3663)
To investigate the potential application of allergen gene immunization in the modulation of food allergy, C3H/HeSn (C3H) mice received i.m. injections of pAra h2 plasmid DNA encoding one of the major peanut allergens, Ara h2. Three weeks following pDNA immunization, serum Ara h2-specific IgG2a, IgG1, but not IgE, were increased significantly in a dose-dependent manner. IgG1 was 30-fold higher in multiply compared with singly immunized mice. Ara h2 or peanut protein injection of immunized mice induced anaphylactic reactions, which were more severe in multiply immunized mice. Heat-inactivated immune serum induced passive cutaneous anaphylaxis, suggesting that anaphylaxis in C3H mice was mediated by IgG1. IgG1 responses were also induced by intradermal injection of pAra h2, and by i.m. injection of pOMC, the plasmid DNA encoding the major egg allergen protein, ovomucoid. To elucidate whether the pDNA immunization-induced anaphylaxis was a strain-dependent phenomenon, AKR/J and BALB/c mice also received multiple i.m. pAra h2 immunizations. Injection of peanut protein into these strains at weeks 3 or 5 following immunization did not induce reactions. Although IgG2a was increased significantly from week 2 in AKR/J mice and from week 4 in BALB/c mice and remained elevated for at least 6 wk, no IgG1 or IgE was detected. These results indicate that the type of immune responses to pDNA immunization in mice is strain dependent. Consequently, models for studying human allergen gene immunization require careful selection of suitable strains. In addition, this suggests that similar interindividual variation is likely in humans. (+info)Process and current status of the epidemiologic studies on cedar pollinosis in Japan. (8/3663)
This paper reviews the present situation and future aspects of epidemiologic studies on Japanese cedar pollinosis. Increase of allergic rhinitis patients is observed in both the Patient Survey and the Reports on the Surveys of Social Medical Care Insurance Services, however, these surveys are conducted when cedar pollens do not pollute the air. Many have reported on the prevalence of pollinosis in limited areas but only a few nationwide epidemiologic surveys have been conducted. Most of the studies were conducted at special medical facilities such as university hospitals. There is a high possibility that patients who visit the specific facilities do not exactly represent the actual number of patients and epidemiologic pictures of pollinosis in Japan. The rapid advances in laboratory test methods may change the diagnostic criteria and increase the number of reported patients. Therefore, the prevalence of Japanese cedar pollinosis in Japan has not been determined yet. Determination of the prevalence of cedar pollinosis and description of the epidemiologic pictures constitute the essential steps toward the control of this clinical entity. Thus it is necessary to conduct an epidemiologic survey on Japanese representative samples with a standardized survey form with clear and concise diagnostic criteria. (+info)Allergen warnings[edit]. New Zealand and Australian labelling regulations have required an allergen warning to appear on wine ... which could lead to allergen warnings on wines that have had no exposure to allergens.[8] Wine labels from the member states of ... D. Sogg Wine Producers Struggle With Proposal to Require Allergen Warnings Wine Spectator p. 22, 31 March 2007 ...
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Food challenges test for allergens other than those caused by IgE allergens. The allergen is given to the person in the form of ... An allergen can enter the body by consuming a food containing the allergen, and can also be ingested by touching any surfaces ... The allergens have to clearly be called out in the ingredient statement. Most companies list allergens in a statement separate ... If later exposure to the same allergen occurs, the allergen can bind to the IgE molecules held on the surface of the mast cells ...
Main article: allergen immunotherapy. For example, if a person with diabetes mellitus has a bad allergic reaction to taking a ... A temporary desensitization method involves the administration of small doses of an allergen to produces an IgE-mediated ...
Although whey proteins are responsible for some milk allergies, the major allergens in milk are the caseins. Whey is left over ... Burks W, Helm R, Stanley S, Bannon GA (June 2001). "Food allergens". Curr Opin Allergy Clin Immunol. 1 (3): 243-8. doi:10.1097/ ...
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"Common Food Allergens". Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network. Archived from the original on 13 June 2007. Retrieved 24 June 2007 ... Fish is among the most common food allergens. Iceland, Japan, and Portugal are the greatest consumers of seafood per capita in ... Shellfish are among the more common food allergens. A common misconception is a cross-reactivity between seafood and iodinated ...
"Animal Allergens Injection". Drugs.com. Hollister Stier Laboratories LLC. Retrieved November 13, 2015. Ariza, Marta R.; Larsen ... Spores, proteolytic enzymes and glycoproteins are amongst the components commonly reported as allergens in humans and animal ...
Nuts used for food, whether true nut or not, are among the most common food allergens. Some fruits and seeds that do not meet ... ISBN 978-0-85199-723-0. "Common Food Allergens". Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network. Archived from the original on 2007-06-13. ...
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Allergens differ among patients. Symptoms consist of redness (mainly due to vasodilation of the peripheral small blood vessels ... Conjunctivitis may also be caused by allergens such as pollen, perfumes, cosmetics, smoke, dust mites, Balsam of Peru, and eye ... A patch test is used to identify the causative allergen in the case where conjunctivitis is caused by allergy. Conjunctival ... Allergic conjunctivitis, caused by allergens such as pollen, perfumes, cosmetics, smoke, dust mites, Balsam of Peru (used in ...
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- More information about indoor allergens can be found from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology , the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America , the US EPA , and the American Lung Association . (ca.gov)
- An allergic reaction can be caused by any form of direct contact with the allergen-consuming food or drink one is sensitive to (ingestion), breathing in pollen, perfume or pet dander (inhalation), or brushing a body part against an allergy-causing plant (direct contact). (wikipedia.org)
- In infants with food allergy who are being breastfed, the mother will need to restrict her diet to eliminate potential food allergens, which may be transferred through breast milk. (rchsd.org)
- If food allergens are suspected the doctor may perform selected allergy skin tests. (rchsd.org)
- So bottom line, if you have been diagnosed with a food allergy, never assume that a product does not contain an allergen. (9news.com)
- It's been known for a long time that some cats are very low allergen producers", producing just one-thousandth the FEL D1 of a normal cat, says Robert Wood, director of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, US. (newscientist.com)
- Groups such as Allergy UK and the Asthma and Allergy Certification Program (administered by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America) rate the allergen-reducing abilities of items like air filters, mattresses, bed linens, household cleaners, vacuum cleaners , steam cleaners and washing machines. (howstuffworks.com)
- Because IgE antibodies are unique to each allergen (for example, IgE produced in response to pollen differs from IgE produced after a bee sting), checking for specific variants in the blood can help determine if an allergy is present. (kidshealth.org)
- The primary purpose of the NHANES 2005-2006 allergy component was to investigate the effects of common indoor allergens on allergic sensitization and disease in the non-institutionalized U.S. population. (cdc.gov)
- The allergy is the result of allergens binding with an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE) on the surface of immune cells, setting off a complex chain reaction that could lead to a response ranging in severity from a rash to anaphylactic shock. (genengnews.com)
- The presence of specific IgE antibodies is useful to identify the allergens that elicit symptoms and signs of allergy in patients with respiratory allergic diseases including asthma, food allergy, and anaphylactic sensitivity. (fishersci.com)
- New market changes reveal the popularity of allergen-free novelty food items as well as the normalization of allergy-free lifestyles. (trendhunter.com)
- An allergy is a state of special sensitivity to a particular environmental substance, or allergen. (howstuffworks.com)
- Although an allergy can be present almost immediately after exposure to an allergen, it usually develops over time, as the immune system forms antibodies against the foreign substance. (howstuffworks.com)
- Not only that, but at no point during the experiment did the amount of the allergens seem to degrade in any way - meaning that if a person with a severe peanut allergy were to come in contact with the surface, they could have a reaction even 110 days after the peanut butter came in contact with the surface. (popsugar.com)
- Dr. Purvi Parikh, an allergist and immunologist at Allergy & Asthma Network , confirmed the study's findings to POPSUGAR: "The main point is to not assume that if a surface is wiped that the allergen is gone - it in fact will persist unless a cleaning product is used. (popsugar.com)
- Air cleaners with CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® filters can filter almost 98% of allergen particles in the air. (aafa.org)
- The Special Issue explores the clinical relevance of cosmetic allergens, including hair dyes and preservatives, the immunological and biological mechanisms underlying chemical allergen-induced contact allergy, the toxicology and the opportunity to identify their allergenic potentials based on non-animal testing, with the ultimate aim of making contact allergy to cosmetics history. (mdpi.com)
- In a partnership with Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), all of our staff is trained and educated in allergen management. (seaworld.com)
- In virtually all the accounts of fatal allergic reactions, the deceased people knew of their allergy but did not know that the food they consumed contained the fatal allergens. (ift.org)
- The Food Allergen Labeling Guidelines developed by the Food Allergy Issues Alliance (FAIA) and the Code of Practice developed by the National Food Processors Association (NFPA) represent major steps forward in industry consensus on allergen issues, but these documents fail to address a number of details. (ift.org)
- This review focuses on production, physicochemical, and immunological requirements, as well as on the multiple advantages of recombinant allergens and hypoallergens in comparison to conventional allergen extracts used in allergy diagnosis and therapy. (nih.gov)
- Recombinant allergens offer the perspective of molecule-based allergy diagnosis and consequently safe and patient-tailored immunotherapy. (nih.gov)
- You may think animal allergies are caused by fur, but that fuzz and fluff is merely a carrier for allergens. (nih.gov)
- Although allergen levels can differ among breeds, 2 all breeds, even hairless dogs, can trigger allergies. (nih.gov)
- Food allergies and allergen labelling - Information for consumers. (pcrm.org)
- The key to managing allergies that are caused by indoor allergens involves reducing your level of exposure to them or avoiding them entirely, if possible. (medicinenet.com)
- Allergies are exaggerated immune responses to environmental triggers known as allergens. (medicinenet.com)
- Because of the seriousness of these allergies, it's important to recognize foods which may contain no-so-obvious sources of these allergens. (9news.com)
- Although FEL D1 is the dominant cat allergen, Wood told New Scientist that about 10% of people with cat allergies react to cat albumin, a protein released in increasing amounts in the urine as the cat ages. (newscientist.com)
- what I did find, however was a link to "Common Food Allergens" and thought this might be of value to many of you with food allergies! (healingwell.com)
- People with allergies know how important it is to stay away from allergens to which they are sensitive. (foodsafetynews.com)
- This test is performed to check for allergies to specific allergens. (kidshealth.org)
- In a major win for people with allergies everywhere, Nestlé Toll House unveiled a new three-ingredient chocolate chip free of the eight major food allergens. (usatoday.com)
- This is a list of allergies, which includes the allergen, potential reactions, and a brief description of the cause where applicable. (wikipedia.org)
- Major food allergens are of particular concern since they not only account for the majority of food allergies, but for those affected cause a true allergic reaction. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- Food allergies may increase sensitivity to indoor allergens (e.g. (wisconsin.gov)
- Allergies occur when your body's defense system overreacts to a foreign substance called an allergen, resulting in symptoms that range from sneezing and watery eyes to body rashes and, in severe cases, life-threatening anaphylaxis . (everydayhealth.com)
- The best way to manage allergies is to avoid or eliminate exposure to the allergen, and to treat symptoms by taking over-the-counter or prescription medication. (everydayhealth.com)
- The most common allergens are animal dander, food, pollen, dust, and mold, so it may surprise you to learn that you can develop allergies to all kinds of odd things. (everydayhealth.com)
- Also, an individual's sensitivity to certain allergens seems to be related to a family history of allergies. (howstuffworks.com)
- It is a stark reminder to all in the hospitality trade, that allergies need to be taken seriously, and a robust procedure should be in place for customers to discuss any allergens with the kitchen staff. (morningadvertiser.co.uk)
- However, it also confirmed there were signs in the fridge and at till points telling consumers with allergies to speak to a manager for advice or to see its allergen guide. (morningadvertiser.co.uk)
- The 12 million Americans with food allergies should remember that food allergens can be present in unexpected places. (drugs.com)
- Recording allergen information and clear communication with your staff, customers and suppliers will help to ensure that customers with food allergies are given accurate information. (food.gov.uk)
- Because my kids have varying allergies to wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts and peanuts, we focused primarily on products devoid of these allergens. (indyweek.com)
- First, the Summary notes the existence of sensitivities and allergies to a great many food components in addition to the "Big Eight" allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, eggs, milk, wheat, and soybeans) that cause 90% of the problems. (ift.org)
- Allergens can be found in a variety of sources, such as dust mite excretion, pollen , pet dander , or even royal jelly . (wikipedia.org)
- In the study, presented at the American Thoracic Society's 103rd International Conference in San Francisco, researchers compared the effectiveness of washing cotton sheets with regular laundry detergent at various temperatures in removing dust mites, dog dander, and pollen allergens. (webmd.com)
- Examples of common allergens are pollen , foods, and mold. (medicinenet.com)
- Pollen, dust, and spores are common allergens . (wiktionary.org)
- The male trees on the block are puffing out pollen, and you're suffering as your tear ducts and nasal passages react to the allergens that assault your body. (scientificamerican.com)
- This enables the allergens present in the environment, from pollen to dust mites, to penetrate the dermis and stimulate the immune system, which reacts abnormally to this "threat" by triggering eczema. (eurekalert.org)
- Outdoor plants can contribute to indoor allergens by releasing pollen that then enters buildings. (wisconsin.gov)
- Inhalant allergens are those that are breathed in, including such substances as dust, pollen, feathers, and animal dander (small scales from an animal's skin). (howstuffworks.com)
- These steps can help reduce outdoor allergens like pollen and mold. (aafa.org)
- An agricultural researcher at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has developed a simple process to make allergen-free peanuts. (news-medical.net)
- Immunoassays showed 100 percent inactivation of peanut allergens in whole roasted kernels, and the processed peanuts showed no reaction in tests on human serums from severely allergic individuals. (news-medical.net)
- Now, investigators from the University of Notre Dame have effectively prevented the binding of peanut allergens with IgE to suppress the allergic reaction to peanuts using the first-in-class design of allergen-specific inhibitors. (genengnews.com)
- The US for example, has strict labelling requirements for 8 ingredients including fish, eggs, and peanuts that account for 90% of the food allergens in the USA. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- Regulations both in the US and abroad require manufacturers to label and track common allergens such as peanuts, soybeans, milk, eggs, shell fish, tree nuts, and wheat. (cognex.com)
- Researchers believe enzyme treatment may reduce or remove levels of allergens in peanuts. (foodnavigator.com)
- An enzymatic treatment process may effectively reduce allergens in roasted peanuts by up to 100 per cent, according to new research. (foodnavigator.com)
- "Therefore, it would be useful to reduce the level of allergens in peanuts that are mixed with other food ingredients," they added. (foodnavigator.com)
- Chymotrypsin treatment of blanched, roasted peanuts resulted in reduction of detectable soluble allergens by as much as 100 per cent. (foodnavigator.com)
- "The results confirm that our enzyme treatment process degrades the allergens into smaller peptides which may or may not retain their IgE binding and other allergenic properties in the soluble fractions of treated whole roasted peanuts," said the researchers. (foodnavigator.com)
- These allergens are known or suspected to cause allergic symptoms in those who are sensitized to them. (ca.gov)
- What are symptoms and signs of reactions to indoor allergens? (medicinenet.com)
- Indoor allergens can cause symptoms in susceptible people. (medicinenet.com)
- It is well known that the ingestion of food allergens frequently causes respiratory symptoms and that the mechanism of death in fatal anaphylaxis is usually profound bronchospasm. (nih.gov)
- Wood has found that reducing allergen exposure by 75% does not reduce symptoms in sensitive people. (newscientist.com)
- Although domestic mites are well known allergens, they are also responsible for other, non-allergic, symptoms in humans, called acariasis. (springer.com)
- Second, a blood sample was also drawn at the NHANES examination site for allergen specific immunoglobin E (IgE) antibody testing to these same allergens (AL_IGE_D). Third, data on self-reported allergic symptoms and conditions and household characteristics was collected during household interview questionnaires (AGQ_D, RDQ_D, MCQ_D, HOQ_D). (cdc.gov)
- The ALDUST_D dataset was developed to provide data relevant to examining the relationship between specific indoor allergen concentrations and the risk of allergic sensitization, symptoms, and disease. (cdc.gov)
- What are symptoms of animal allergens? (rochester.edu)
- Exposure to other chemicals (e.g., tobacco smoke), in addition to the allergen, can sometimes worsen the symptoms. (wisconsin.gov)
- Repeated or long exposure to the allergen will often make the symptoms worse. (wisconsin.gov)
- Once the allergen is identified, take steps to reduce your exposure and control your symptoms. (wisconsin.gov)
- Allergens are substances that cause allergic reactions and trigger asthma symptoms in some people. (aafa.org)
- The chicken salad contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the chicken wraps' product labels. (usda.gov)
- The allergens most often involved in food recalls are milk, wheat and soy. (fda.gov)
- Food allergens can cause severe reactions to commonplace foods like eggs, milk, or nuts. (9news.com)
- Food allergens such as sulphites and derivatives of egg, fish, milk, and tree nuts may be used in the wine production process. (foodstandards.gov.au)
- Alert® for Total Milk Allergen is used as a screening tool to test raw ingredients, in clean-in-place rinses, on environmental surfaces, or product throughout the production process, for the presence of milk residue. (neogen.com)
- Among the categories of dark chocolate tested were those that "may contain milk/may contain traces of milk," those that claimed to be "dairy-free/allergen-free," and those that had no mention of milk on the label or inconsistent statements. (inquisitr.com)
- Although "dairy-free/allergen-free" dark chocolates were least likely to contain milk, two of the 17 products tested did contain some. (inquisitr.com)
- Fifty-nine percent of the dark chocolate products that didn't mention milk anywhere on the label also contained the allergen. (inquisitr.com)
- Bedford insisted that, "Because consumers can't be sure that a statement about milk is completely accurate, they may want to contact the [dark chocolate] manufacturer to find out how it controls for allergens such as milk during production. (inquisitr.com)
- Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA is issuing a voluntary recall for eight (8) types of Shirakiku brand imported fish cake products because of the possible contamination of some allergens (Milk, Egg and Crustacean shellfish). (fda.gov)
- Carry around travel-size cleaning wipes for quick and efficient clean-ups, and do your best to avoid packing snacks containing common food allergens like nuts, milk, and eggs. (popsugar.com)
- May 21, 2007 -- Hotter is better when it comes to killing dust mites and other allergens in your laundry. (webmd.com)
- But if your delicate laundry can't take the heat, researchers also suggest another way to reduce dust mites and allergens in the laundry: wash at a lower temperature (between 86-104 F) and then rinse the laundry twice with cold water for at least three minutes each. (webmd.com)
- The results showed that washing laundry at hotter temperatures was significantly more effective than warm water at killing dust mites as well as other allergens. (webmd.com)
- This condition is typically caused by indoor allergens such as dust mites, cockroach parts, mold, and animal dander. (medicinenet.com)
- We'll remove a broad spectrum of allergens and triggers , things that are encapsulated in dust," Matthews says. (sc.edu)
- Certified washers are able to reach high enough temperatures to achieve a satisfactory amount of dead-as-a-doornail dust mites, as well as destroy other allergens in some cases. (howstuffworks.com)
- First, a nationally representative sample of household dust was collected to measure the amounts of 10 indoor allergens and endotoxin that were present. (cdc.gov)
- The allergens in dust dataset (ALDUST_D), contains results for 10 common indoor allergens and endotoxin from the collected dust sample extract. (cdc.gov)
- Der p 1 and Der f 1 are allergens from house dust mites. (cdc.gov)
- Dust endotoxin was also measured with the dust allergens. (cdc.gov)
- A full sample of NHANES 2005-2006 participants aged 1 year and older, who had been examined in the NHANES Mobile Examination Center (MEC), were eligible for dust allergen testing. (cdc.gov)
- The household dust sample collection procedure is described in detail in the NHANES Allergen Dust Collection Procedures Manual. (cdc.gov)
- The researchers then showed that when the mice were exposed to dust mites, these "sensory neuroimmune units" were able to detect the presence of these allergens, triggering allergic inflammation. (eurekalert.org)
- In the light of this finding, we have compared pillows with synthetic and feather fillings for their content of Der p I, the major allergen of the house dust mite Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus. (bmj.com)
- In New Zealand 81% of patients with severe asthma have a positive skin prick test to house dust mite allergen, 3 and exposure to mite allergen is a factor in triggering attacks of asthma in asthmatic subjects. (bmj.com)
- Vacuum regularly in order to eliminate allergens in dust. (wisconsin.gov)
- Machine washable throw rugs can be cleaned frequently to remove dust and other allergens. (wisconsin.gov)
- In fact, allergens not listed on the label, referred to as "undeclared allergens," are the leading cause of food recalls requested by the Food and Drug Administration. (fda.gov)
- Those answers will help us to reduce the number of recalls for undeclared allergens. (fda.gov)
- The data suggest that food allergen recalls can be reduced through improved industry awareness and simple changes in the way packages, labels and ingredients are handled and tracked within production facilities. (fda.gov)
- Guidance on the controls for food allergens is important in the U.S. because of our new preventive controls requirements to protect public health and our desire to reduce allergen-related recalls. (fao.org)
- Undeclared allergens a leading cause of food recalls in U.S. (foodsafetynews.com)
- Food recalls related to illness outbreaks tend to get a lot of headlines, but undeclared allergens in foods continue to be a leading cause of recalls. (foodsafetynews.com)
- Most Meat Recalls Due to Allergens? (supermarketguru.com)
- Food safety and recalls are important topics to cover with customers, but did you know this year, thus far, most recalls are due to undeclared allergens? (supermarketguru.com)
- A recent article in Food Safety News reported on the fact that this year so far, the majority of recalls were related to undeclared allergens versus the possibility of dangerous pathogens. (supermarketguru.com)
- The number of recalls for pathogens found in beef, pork, and poultry dropped dramatically, while the recall of meat and meat products for allergens spiked. (supermarketguru.com)
- Undeclared allergens are now the most common reason for food recalls in the United States resulting in over ten million pounds of recalled food in 2015. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- Undeclared allergens can result in recalls, damage brand reputation, and harm consumers. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- Mislabeled allergens threaten the public's health and cause expensive recalls deeply damaging to brand reputation and customer loyalty. (cognex.com)
- The number one cause of food recalls across the globe is undeclared allergens and this presents a tremendous challenge to organizations in the food industry. (saiglobal.com)
- On the other hand, 10% of the products without a warning label do contain an allergen. (wur.nl)
- Businesses are no longer be able to say that it is not known whether a food contains an allergen or that all the food served may contain an allergen. (staffordshire.gov.uk)
- and developing new ways to test for the presence of allergens. (fda.gov)
- Would you like more information about the possible presence of allergens in our packaged or loose food products? (slagharen.com)
- An important component of such a system is the detection of allergens (contamination) in raw materials and final products, for example, or after cleaning. (wur.nl)
- This may happen when similar products made with different ingredients, including allergens, are sold in look-alike packages. (fda.gov)
- Include the name of the food source in parenthesis following the common or usual name of the major food allergen in the list of ingredients in instances when the name of the food source of the major allergen does not appear elsewhere in the ingredient statement. (9news.com)
- Place the word 'Contains' followed by the name of the food source from which the major food allergen is derived, immediately after or adjacent to the list of ingredients. (9news.com)
- Always read the ingredients on a label and familiarize yourself with other names for your particular food allergen. (9news.com)
- In 2016 the Food Standards Code was changed to remove mandatory allergen labelling requirements for some foods and ingredients derived from allergenic sources. (foodstandards.gov.au)
- Nestlé Toll House unveils allergen-free chocolate chips made with only 3 ingredients The new three-ingredient chocolate chips include "cocoa butter, pure cane sugar and 100% real chocolate. (usatoday.com)
- It is a unique opportunity to build partnerships between experts from the industry and leading academia to improve the risk assessment of those fragrance ingredients identified as allergens, allowing better consumer protection. (prnewswire.co.uk)
- Even if a candy's ingredients seem allergen-free, cross-contamination can be a big issue for high-risk children. (latimes.com)
- In general, most countries have strict requirements for the food ingredients that account for the majority of allergens in that region. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- Due to increasing globalization of both food ingredients and local populations it is important for all suppliers in the food chain to have strong controls of not only major allergens but all potential allergens. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- In this particular incident, the packaging on the sandwich didn't list all of the ingredients and allergens the product contained. (morningadvertiser.co.uk)
- Allergens were able to be detected due to the high level of sensitivity of the method, which for the first time applies the Solid-Phase Micro Extraction (SPME) technique to determining the ingredients of cosmetics and child hygiene products. (health.am)
- The Allergen Bureau provides rapid responses to questions concerning the management of food allergen risks in food ingredients and manufactured foods in Australia and New Zealand. (feedburner.com)
- Carrying out a VITAL risk assessment using the VITAL tools - including VITAL Online - assists a food company to thoroughly review the allergen status of all the ingredients and the processing conditions that contribute towards the allergen status of the finished product. (feedburner.com)
- Although ingredient statements are not required to declare flavor and spice ingredients, unlabeled allergens introduced into foods via flavors have triggered numerous allergic reactions. (ift.org)
- The levels of fragrance allergens in baby bathwater are of 'special concern' according to Spanish researchers who have developed a method to test the presence of the compounds. (cosmeticsdesign-europe.com)
- These mites have been widely studied because their feces, eggs, and extracts from their bodies are potent allergens. (springer.com)
- Your living environment may contain a variety of animal and plant life, most of which can become a source for allergens, the triggers of allergic reactions. (medicinenet.com)
- Steven Gendel, Ph.D., FDA food allergen coordinator, emphasizes that consumers can help by reporting food-allergic reactions to the FDA consumer complaint coordinator in their district. (fda.gov)
- Cats are among the most common pets but also among the most widely blamed for allergic reactions because FEL D1 is the most potent pet allergen. (newscientist.com)
- Allergens found in animals are a common cause of allergic reactions. (rochester.edu)
- Food allergen-specific inhibitors would stop degranulation, the primary driver of life-threatening allergic reactions, without putting the patients' immune system or their health at risk. (genengnews.com)
- Allergic reactions rarely occur during the first encounter with the troublesome allergen because the body needs time to accumulate the antibodies. (howstuffworks.com)
- With increasingly global markets for food, it is crucial to have internationally developed guidance on best practices to ensure an understanding of how to manage food allergens. (fao.org)
- The portal provides access to best practice information to help stakeholders manage food allergens. (foodstandards.gov.au)
- LANSING, Mich. , March 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Neogen's comprehensive line of tests to detect allergens in food products before they can reach consumers now includes simple and accurate tests for coconut in food, beverages and environmental samples. (yahoo.com)
- 1 Pet dander, the source of allergens, is composed of tiny, even microscopic, proteins from flecks of skin shed by pets. (nih.gov)
- Additional proteins were identified in the proteomic analysis, including those from adenosine triphosphate synthase, glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase, phosphoglycerate kinase, and luminal binding protein (heat shock protein 70), suggesting these proteins are potential allergens. (cdc.gov)
- In a process called degranulation, IgE and allergen proteins bind on the surface of immune cells, called mast cells, releasing granules such as histamine, which is the first and most critical step in a patient's allergic reaction. (genengnews.com)
- For Bilgicer, the challenge was developing an inhibitor that is designed to specifically inhibit the binding of IgE and the allergen proteins without interfering with any other immune system functions. (genengnews.com)
- It is postulated that pepsin in the stomach may cause digestion of IgE-inducing epitopes of food proteins and such digested allergens might induce IgE-independent T cell inflammation. (melisa.org)
- Texas Best Proteins (Farm to Market Foods) in Santo, TX on Christmas Eve recalled approximately 25,332 pounds of Cajun Style Dirty Rice containing chicken products and Turkey Cajun Dinner Kits containing Dirty Rice due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). (foodsafetynews.com)
- The Agency will consider any non-misleading symbols, statements, or logos that industry may want to include on labeling to inform consumers of the presence of potential food allergens in meat, poultry, or egg products. (usda.gov)
- What we're trying to learn," Gendel explains, "is what foods are most affected, what allergens are most involved, and how labeling errors might have happened. (fda.gov)
- Many manufacturers have turned to using "precautionary allergen labeling" (PAL) including the expression "may contain X" on the label to advise consumers that such transfer may have occurred. (fao.org)
- The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act is a law which requires that food's which contain an ingredient that is or contains protein from a 'major food allergen' declare the presence of the allergen in one of two ways. (9news.com)
- As a national leader in food safety and labeling, fighting for stronger food allergen safeguards has long been a core part of our mission. (cspinet.org)
- CSPI pushes for uniform national safeguards to minimize unnecessary allergen exposure and promote better labeling transparency. (cspinet.org)
- We fueled the push for national food allergen labeling with a petition to the FDA for allergen labeling that helped inspire the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) of 2004 . (cspinet.org)
- We continue to work to bring uniform allergen labeling to foods regulated by the US Department of Agriculture, and press for allergen labeling in restaurants with the Food Labeling Modernization Act , which requires point-of-sale major allergen labeling for non-prepackaged foods. (cspinet.org)
- In 2009, in response to a CSPI petition , the FDA required labeling for the allergens carmine and cochineal, which are dyes derived from crushed insects. (cspinet.org)
- Local allergen labeling requirements may therefore vary by region. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- This special section of the J. AOAC explains some of these developments and highlights areas not yet appropriately addressed, like precautionary food allergen labeling (PAL). (foodnavigator.com)
- Other articles include Japanese food allergen labeling regulation and the Latin American approach. (foodnavigator.com)
- The labeling practices and terminology relating to manufacturer's handling of other potential allergens in their facilities varies greatly and can be vague. (gordonbiersch.com)
- Furthermore, the Food and Drug Administration strongly encourages the labeling of allergens in flavors and spices even though the agency does not have regulatory authority to require it. (ift.org)
- As many as 500,000 Americans are estimated to be allergic to sesame seeds, but current rules on allergen labeling don't include a requirement for them. (foodsafetynews.com)
- They're also free of the eight major food allergens. (usatoday.com)
- These sampling sites were chosen because it is generally believed that the bedroom is the relevant site for exposure to indoor allergens. (cdc.gov)
- What are the effects of exposure to indoor allergens? (wisconsin.gov)
- WASHINGTON - Kraft Heinz is recalling approximately 959 pounds of ready-to-eat Lunchables Ham and American Cracker Stackers due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. (click2houston.com)
- Almost 2,000 pounds of turkey sausage products have been recalled because of misbranding and undeclared allergens, USDA inspectors say. (delmarvanow.com)
- Turkey sausage recalled after allergens not included on label, USDA says Almost 2,000 pounds of turkey sausage products have been recalled because of misbranding and undeclared allergens, USDA inspectors say. (delmarvanow.com)
- R&R Provision Company Inc. in Easton, PA, Thursday recalled 23,040 pounds of breaded veal products because of misbranding and undeclared allergens, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). (foodsafetynews.com)
- Nick's of Calvert, located in Prince Frederick, MD, on Wednesday recalled about 305 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) meatballs because of misbranding and undeclared allergens, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). (foodsafetynews.com)
- Fayetteville's Morty Pride Meats Inc. Thursday recalled almost 120 tons of pork barbeque products because of misbranding and undeclared allergens, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). (foodsafetynews.com)
- Other countries, in view of the differences in the genetic profiles of their citizens and different levels of exposure to specific foods due to different dietary habits, the "official" allergen list will change. (wikipedia.org)
- Federal law requires that labels of FDA-regulated foods marketed in the U.S. identify major food allergens. (fda.gov)
- For example, from September 2009 to September 2012, about one-third of foods reported to FDA as serious health risks involved undeclared allergens. (fda.gov)
- The inventor, Dr. Mohamed Ahmedna, is optimizing the process further to remove allergens from other foods. (news-medical.net)
- It is important for patients to completely avoid implicated foods , as even small amounts of the food allergen can contribute to food-specific IgE synthesis. (rchsd.org)
- In Jamaica the work on allergens is of particular interest because there is limited information and also a rise in "illnesses associated with the consumption of foods that contain or are cross-contaminated by allergens", said Linnette Peters from the Ministry of Health. (fao.org)
- Walnut Extract - Yes, even the extracts of nuts contain tree nut allergens, so check labels of baked foods before eating or purchasing. (9news.com)
- Complaints about suspected undeclared allergens in foods should be directed to your local food enforcement agency . (foodstandards.gov.au)
- You'll be able to easily identify the bag by looking for a teal banner splayed across the packaging , a color widely recognized as a symbol for allergen-free foods. (usatoday.com)
- In 1987, the FDA banned sulfite preservatives (potentially lethal allergens) in most fresh foods, following CSPI's five-year effort. (cspinet.org)
- In 2014 CSPI petitioned the FDA to require sesame to be labeled on foods, the same as other major allergens. (cspinet.org)
- The occurrence of people with food allergens and foods to which they are allergic may vary regionally, often based on traditional food products for different regions. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- The business sends its subscribers various boxes that contain foods, cooking aids and "pantry staples" -- all of which are free from allergens. (trendhunter.com)
- A variety of foods and medications can act as ingestant allergens. (howstuffworks.com)
- Check labels and ingredient lists for the following words, which indicate the presence of a particular allergen. (familyeducation.com)
- The EU requires any cosmetic product to list on its ingredient label 26 known allergens. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- The nutritional and allergen information provided here and on our websites is based entirely on the information provided by our ingredient manufacturers and suppliers. (gordonbiersch.com)
- The store where the sandwich was purchased confirmed that, at the time of Natasha's death, products would not have been individually labelled with allergen or ingredient information, and this was within regulations. (morningadvertiser.co.uk)
- Food products that contain any of the allergens as an ingredient will need to be declared by the business. (food.gov.uk)
- Fortunately, many manufacturers have recognized this problem and now include allergens from flavors in their ingredient statements. (ift.org)
- Potential food allergens can be identified by having the doctor take a careful history. (rchsd.org)
- In addition, surface allergens were no longer detected by ELISA antibody-binding assays, suggesting that the spores were no longer allergenic. (nationaljewish.org)
- Many supplements contain both maltodextrin (which is often wheat based) and soy lecithin (which contains soy allergens). (9news.com)
- The recalled products contain known allergens wheat and soy, which are not displayed on the product label. (click2houston.com)
- In England, we are responsible for food safety related labelling including allergens. (food.gov.uk)
- Guidance for business on the legal requirements when declaring and labelling allergens. (food.gov.uk)
- The Allergen Bureau's VITAL (Voluntary Incidental Trace Allergen Labelling) Program is a standardised allergen risk assessment process for food industry. (feedburner.com)
- The VITAL Program produces a 'labelling outcome' that summarises the food allergens present in a food due to intentional inclusion as part of a recipe and where food allergens, present due to cross contact, should be included (or not) on the label in the form of the precautionary statement 'May be present: XXX' . (feedburner.com)
- Guidance for the food industry about the use of these statements and the management of allergen cross-contamination can be found on the Australian Food and Grocery Council website . (foodstandards.gov.au)
- Improved allergen management in manufacturing can be achieved through a better insight in cross-contamination, processing effects and cleaning procedures. (wur.nl)
- However, issues leading to undeclared food allergens, such as of cross-contamination and mispackaging, are usually not regulated. (foodnavigator.com)
- The most common test used worldwide is the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), which uses antibodies (parts of the immune system that help neutralize viruses and bacteria) and spectroscopic detection to test for allergens. (fda.gov)
- Products which contain or have come in contact with allergens must be clearly labeled for the consumer. (cognex.com)
- Take measures to avoid and reduce your contact with allergens. (aafa.org)
- An allergen is a type of antigen that produces an abnormally vigorous immune response in which the immune system fights off a perceived threat that would otherwise be harmless to the body. (wikipedia.org)
- Another allergen is urushiol , a resin produced by poison ivy and poison oak , which causes the skin rash condition known as urushiol-induced contact dermatitis by changing a skin cell's configuration so that it is no longer recognized by the immune system as part of the body. (wikipedia.org)
- In some people, the immune system recognizes allergens as foreign or dangerous. (medlineplus.gov)
- As a result, the immune system reacts by making a type of antibody called IgE to defend against the allergen. (medlineplus.gov)
- To protect the body from this perceived threat, or allergen, the immune system of an allergic person produces antibodies called immunoglobulin E. (kidshealth.org)
- However, the mechanisms of hypersensitivity to allergens and immune system hyperactivity in patients with atopic dermatitis are not yet fully understood. (eurekalert.org)
- Indoor allergens are biological or chemical substances that trigger the immune system, causing an allergic reaction. (wisconsin.gov)
- Pollens are very common allergens. (wikipedia.org)
- This article describes some of the most common sources of allergens found inside the home environment. (medicinenet.com)
- So which are the most common allergens, and how do you avoid them? (telegraph.co.uk)
- In 2004, Allerca, then based in Los Angeles, announced plans to genetically engineer cats so they would not produce the most common cat allergen, a protein called FEL D1 (See Doubts over plan for allergen-free cats ). (newscientist.com)
- Researchers at National Jewish Medical and Research Center have demonstrated that dilute bleach not only kills common household mold, but may also neutralize the mold allergens that cause most mold-related health complaints. (nationaljewish.org)
- Household pets such as cats and dogs are the most common sources of animal allergens. (rochester.edu)
- For those sensitive to the presence of cockroach allergens, CSC offers indoor environmental allergen testing services to identify cockroach and other common indoor allergens. (webwire.com)
- The most common way to be exposed to indoor allergens is by breathing them. (wisconsin.gov)
- Contact dermatitis is a catchall term for a common skin condition that can result from contact with many possible allergens or irritants. (everydayhealth.com)
- The solution, therefore, lies in understanding and recognizing the most common failures concerning allergen control. (saiglobal.com)
- A team of scientists from the Department of Analytical Chemistry, Nutrition and Bromatology at the USC has developed a method to detect and quantify the 15 most common fragrance allergens included in soap, gel, cologne and other personal hygiene products. (health.am)
- The need for denaturing or neutralizing mold allergens is a critical step in mold treatment that has not been fully understood. (nationaljewish.org)
- WASHINGTON - With today's announcement by SC Johnson that it will disclose the presence of hundreds of potential skin allergens that could be found in its products, the the family-owned company continues its role as an industry leader in the area of transparency, said EWG President Ken Cook. (ewg.org)
- Beginning today, the company will provide a list of 368 fragrance and non-fragrance skin allergens on its website, WhatsInsideSCJohnson.com , that could be found in various SC Johnson products. (ewg.org)
- This regulation also lists almost 300 materials that are restricted in different cosmetic products including the 26 known skin allergens. (sigmaaldrich.com)
- The products were produced with Worcestershire sauce that contains soy, a known allergen, which was not declared on the finished product label. (foodsafetynews.com)
- Alert® for Peanut Allergen is used as a screening tool to test for peanut residue in food products and on environmental surfaces. (neogen.com)
- Reveal® for Peanut Allergen is intended for the qualitative analysis of peanut residue in food products (e.g., cookies, crackers, chocolate bars, ice cream and cereals), clean-in-place rinses, and on environmental surfaces. (neogen.com)
- Findings from the study were published today in PNAS through an article titled " Designer covalent heterobivalent inhibitors prevent IgE-dependent responses to peanut allergen . (genengnews.com)
- Peanut allergen is very robust," reads the study. (popsugar.com)
- They noted examples of enzyme treatment used to remove allergens include production of hypoallergenic rice by a two-stage enzymatic proteolysis process and the development of hypoallergenic whey protein hydrolysate. (foodnavigator.com)
- RIKILT has therefore developed antibody-based screening methods that can be used to detect allergens simply and on location. (wur.nl)
- This is because before the Food Standards Code was introduced in 2002, manufacturers of wine were not required to include allergens on the label. (foodstandards.gov.au)
- Adults spend one-third of their time and children spend half of their time in their bedrooms, so it is important that you take steps to prevent allergens in this room. (rexhealth.com)
- These vacuums have been tested and found to prevent allergens from going back into the air. (aafa.org)
- IgE antibodies appear in human serum and plasma as a result of sensitization to a specific allergen. (fishersci.com)
- There was no specific allergen information on the baguette packaging or on the food display cabinet and Natasha was reassured by that," he ruled. (morningadvertiser.co.uk)
- In response to this alarming trend, EU legislation now requires restaurants and supermarkets to highlight any dish containing any of 14 different allergens, thought to cause the highest number of reactions. (telegraph.co.uk)
- Sensitivity and specificity were reported from multi-center studies including several hundred patients tested for a range of different allergens. (fishersci.com)
- But the best way to improve your air quality is to get rid of the sources of allergens and irritants from your home. (aafa.org)
- Clark Seif Clark provides indoor allergen and air quality testing services to identify environmental allergens and asthma triggers. (webwire.com)
- WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2018 - Café Spice GCT Inc., a New Windsor, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 289 pounds of chicken salad products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. (usda.gov)
- This is a groundbreaking disclosure of allergens in cleaning products from SC Johnson," Cook said. (ewg.org)
- That said, some products are better than others at reducing irritating allergens in the home. (howstuffworks.com)
- The results present an issue because the FDA requires all products that have allergens in them to state so clearly on the packaging. (inquisitr.com)
- As for the new instructions on allergens, FSIS personnel will educate establishments regarding the importance and prevalence of undeclared allergens in meat and poultry products, and how to best ensure labels are kept accurate and current. (supermarketguru.com)
- Currently, only 6.5% of the products that come with a warning on the label, actually contain the allergen. (wur.nl)
- LightinTheBox is one of the leading Allergens Ozone Purifier Air Purifiers wholesaler all around the world, which continues to launch the most fashionable products, top quality products, leaving more adorable price and best sale service. (lightinthebox.com)
- From time to time we or our suppliers may substitute products due to inventory shortages and we can't be sure that the substitute products will be free of the allergen you wish to avoid. (gordonbiersch.com)
- Machine vision systems inspect food and beverage products to verify that allergens are correctly labeled. (cognex.com)
- People with various dietary restrictions now have a multitude of options to choose from, with allergen-free food products and services becoming the norm rather than the exception. (trendhunter.com)
- The researchers have analysed real samples and detected up to 15 allergen compounds in cosmetics and personal hygiene products. (health.am)
- Products with such allergens can make children like mine extremely sick. (indyweek.com)
- Listing allergens present in cosmetic products, particularly fragrance allergens, has been long-debated in Europe with the latest public consultation closing just last week. (cosmeticsdesign-europe.com)
- A very broad range of substances can be allergens to sensitive individuals. (wikipedia.org)
- Allergens are substances that are foreign to the body and can cause an allergic reaction in certain people. (medicinenet.com)
- People who suffer from adverse reactions to these food allergens should be aware that bottled wine (including sparkling wine and fortified wine) labelled with a vintage date of 2002 or earlier will not have these substances declared on the label. (foodstandards.gov.au)
- Injectant allergens are substances that penetrate the skin, such as insect venom and drugs that are injected. (howstuffworks.com)
- According to a current study of the Medical University Vienna, specialized T memory lymphocytes in the lungs that react to inhaled allergens, cause attacks of allergic asthma. (news-medical.net)
- With 10% of adult asthma being occupational and 10% of occupational asthma being induced by aerosolized food, inhalational exposure to food allergens plays a major role in at least 1% of adult asthma. (nih.gov)
- The similar pathophysiology of allergic and occupational asthma and the ability of inhaled food allergens to cause the latter raises the question as to whether aerosolized food could play a role in the pathogenesis of childhood asthma. (nih.gov)
- Some health experts also believe exposure to cockroach allergens may lead to the development of asthma in young children. (webwire.com)
- Canada recognizes all eight of the allergens recognized by the US, and also recognizes sesame seeds, and mustard. (wikipedia.org)
- Following a recent investigation, the FDA is considering taking regulatory action to ensure sesame is labeled as an allergen on food packaging. (news-medical.net)
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis can be caused by indoor allergens and manifests as nasal congestion , runny nose , watering of the eyes, sneezing, and postnasal drip. (medicinenet.com)