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09-13-2006, 01:37 PM
IgE when is type1 n when type 2

coz with Ascaris inf it says Type 1
n whith schistosomes its Type 2

anyone pl?
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09-13-2006, 01:44 PM
IgE causes mast cell activation: releases histamine. type I
IgE causes Esinophile activation (cytotoxicity to bugs): type II
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09-13-2006, 01:47 PM
so I guess we need to rely on the presentation n if its acute n allergic , it type 1 due to mast

else type 2 cytotoxic.

tx sage2006
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