Alpha-gal sensitization among young adults is associated with male sex and polysensitization
Marit Westman, Anna Asarnoj, Natalia Ballardini, Niklas Andersson, Mensiena B. G. Kiewiet, Magnus P. Borres, Danijela Apostolović, Inger Kull, Anna Bergström, Erik Melén, Marianne van Hage
Abstract
Approximately 6% of young adults from the general population are sensitized to a-Gal, but mammalian meat allergy is rare. Independent risk factors for sensitization are tick bites, male sex, and polysensitization to food/airborne allergens.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineSensitizationYoung adultAlpha (finance)DemographyInternal medicineImmunologyClinical psychologyConstruct validitySociologyPsychometricsSpaceflight effects on biologyMuscle metabolism and nutritionDigestive system and related health