Allergen standardization.

S Hradilová; E Weigl; M Raska

doi:10.5507/bp.2000.003

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Allergen standardization.

S Hradilová·E Weigl·M Raska

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The article summarises current knowledge about the preparation and standardisation of treatment and diagnosis of allergies. It summarises the basic conceptions, units, methods and conditions for preparation, conservation and the storage of allergens. The article is especially orientated towards grass pollen.

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Allergens Humans Hypersensitivity Immunologic Techniques Immunotherapy Reference Standards Journal Article Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Review

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S Hradilová, E Weigl, M Raska. 2000. Allergen standardization.. https://doi.org/10.5507/bp.2000.003

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