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Immunoglobulin E (IgE) A type of protein in blood plasma that acts as an antibody to activate allergic reactions. About 50% of patients with allergic disorders have increased IgE levels in their blood serum. Mentioned in: Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis IgE, n immunoglobin E. IgE, n the abbreviation for immunoglobulin E. IgE immunoglobulin E. See immunoglobulin. |
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| An elevated IgE level is an indication that the infection is more acute than an infection that is associated with only an IgM level; IgE levels normalize within 2 months. The association was not modified by IgE sensitization and occurred with the same strength among nonatopic subjects and among those with persistent wheezing or diagnosed asthma. Blocks the IgE antibody that stimulates an allergic reaction. |
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