Evaluation of IFN-γ Enzyme-linked Immunospot Assay (ELISPOT) as a First-line Test in the Diagnosis of Non-immediate Hypersensitivity to Amoxicillin and Penicillin

The current diagnostic algorithm for beta-lactam allergy is based on skin and provocation tests, both of which carry a certain risk of inducing hypersensitivity reactions. Thus, non-invasive in vitro tests reliable enough to replace skin and provocation tests at least in a portion of patients are de...

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Main Authors: Lenka Sedláčková, Miroslav Průcha, Ingrid Poláková, Blanka Míková
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karolinum Press 2018-04-01
Series:Prague Medical Report
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Online Access:https://pmr.lf1.cuni.cz/119/1/0030/