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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.

challenge [chal´enj]

1. to administer a chemical substance to a patient for observation of whether the normal physiological response occurs.

2. in immunology, to administer antigen to evoke an immunologic response in a previously sensitized individual.

3. the administration of such a substance in order to assess for a response; called also provocation.

bronchial challenge (inhalational challenge) bronchial challenge test.

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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