Bovine and porcine gelatin sensitivity in children sensitized to milk and meat

J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2009 Nov;124(5):1108-10. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2009.06.021. Epub 2009 Aug 8.

Abstract

Cross-reactive bovine and porcine gelatin-specific IgE antibody is more common in cow’s milk and beef or pork meat-sensitized individuals than previously known and a potential risk factor for allergic reactions to gelatin-containing products (foods, vaccines).

Publication types

  • Letter
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Allergens / immunology*
  • Animals
  • Cattle
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cross Reactions
  • Food Hypersensitivity / immunology*
  • Gelatin / immunology*
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulin E / blood
  • Infant
  • Meat*
  • Milk Hypersensitivity / immunology*
  • Swine

Substances

  • Allergens
  • Immunoglobulin E
  • Gelatin