Allergy terminology: towards a common language and shared understanding

Publication date: Available online 10 November 2017
Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
Author(s): Michael Levin
Terminology that is used in an inconsistent and ambiguous way by allergists includes the term "cross reactivity" and the use of the word "positive" when referring to allergy tests. This may have serious potential for miscommunication and adversely affect patient care.



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