Hypersensitvity Flashcards

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1
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Define Hypersensitivity

A

Immune response that causes collateral damage to self

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2
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What blood test could you do for investigation allergic reactions?

A

Specific IgE RAST

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3
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What is the adrenaline dosage for (a) adults and (b) children in anaphylaxis?

A

300ug adults

150ug children

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4
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What is this?

A

Type IV hypersensitivity reaction too nickle belt buckle

T cell mediated

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5
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What investigations would you consider in some one with allergies?

A

Specific IgE - RAST

Skin prick testing

Challenge testing

Serum mast typtase level during anahylaxis

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6
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What pharmaceuticals can be useful in allergies?

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Anti-histamines:- perevent effects of mast cell activation

Corticosteroids:- Anti-inflamatory

Adrenaline autoinjector:- Anaphylaxis

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7
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What investigation is particulary useful for type IV hypersensitvity reactions?

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Patch testing

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