How Is Latex Allergy Detected
How is latex allergy detected?
The person affected by latex allergy may experience the allergic symptoms upon exposure to latex based products such sensitizing. The symptoms are delayed hypersensitivity and contact dermatitis manifested by red, watery skin and eczematous in appearance. Latex products can produce urticaria, anaphylaxis and contact dermatitis. The allergy is properly detected through specific latex immunoglobulin E (lgE) testing and skin prick testing.
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How do people get allergy from latex?
Latex products are derived form the latex sap of rubber trees called Hevea brasilienes. A person can acquire latex allergy from too much exposure on the natural latex allergen found in rubber and health care industries and those people who repetitively undergoes surgery in their early stage of life.
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