Latex Hypersensitivity: An Update
- 1 January 1994
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Oceanside Publications Inc. in Allergy and Asthma Proceedings
- Vol. 15 (1) , 17-20
- https://doi.org/10.2500/108854194778816643
Abstract
Products containing natural rubber latex can cause both delayed and immediate hypersensitivity. Delayed reactions are induced by chemicals, primarily antidegradants and accelerators, integral to the manufacturing process. Immediate hypersensitivity is caused by protein antigen(s) that occur naturally in the latex. Different manufacturing stages can influence the concentration of these antigens, hence the allergenicity of the final product. The implications of manufacturing and regulatory issues for the diagnosis and treatment of natural rubber latex allergies are therefore discussed.Keywords
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