Allergies can be life-threatening when they cause anaphylaxis, an extreme reaction with constriction of the airways and a sudden drop in blood pressure. Scientists have identified a subtype of immune cell that drives the production of antibodies associated with anaphylaxis and other allergic reactions. The research reveals a potential target for new therapies to prevent severe allergic reactions.
Scientists discover immune cell subtype in mice that drives allergic reactions
by | Aug 1, 2019 | Asthma in the News | 0 comments