Term Name: type I hypersensitivity
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Definition: This is manifested by localized or generalized reaction that occurs immediately (minutes) after exposure to an antigen to which the person/animal was previously sensitized. It is IgE-mediated, and mast cell activation and degranulation are hallmarks.
Ontology: MPATH [MPATH:190]

Relationships
is a type of: hypersensitivity disease