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bronchial challenge

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bronchial challenge, bronchial challenge test,
a challenge test in which a nonspecific agent such as histamine or methacholine is applied to the bronchi and they are assessed for a bronchoconstriction reaction. Also called bronchial provocation. See inhalational challenge.

bronchial challenge
Inhalation of antigens to detect allergic reactions; in a positive BC, the Pt's temperature and WBC count rise, and the FEV1, and FVC fall within 4–12 hrs of inhalation


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1] and PEF according to time were performed during the 8 hr following allergen bronchial challenge for each of the 24 exposures.
He had a 20% decrease in Forced Expiratory Volume 1 with bronchial challenge to the poinsettia extract.
 
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