2.6
2023

Anaphylaxis caused by tomato lipid transfer protein

SUMMARY

This study reports an unusual case of anaphylaxis induced by tomato. Inhibition studies carried out in-vitro showed the complete cross-reactivity between the relevant tomato allergen and purified peach lipid transfer protein (LTP). Tomato LTP may sometimes cause severe allergic reactions.

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