Plum, f255

Plum is a stone tree from the genus Prunus, family Rosaceae.
Plums are popular as a dessert fruit, they are often eaten immediately and are also added to baked goods and jams. However, this fruit is most readily available in a dried form called prunes, which are legendary as a laxative.

Plums can cause food allergy symptoms in sensitized people. Oral allergy syndrome (OAS) is the most common symptom of plum. OAS to fruits of the genus Prunus (plum, cherry, apricot and peach) has been described as a cluster of hypersensitivity and occurs mainly as a result of the presence of profilin.

The determination of specific IgE in human blood to - Plum, f255, shows the body's reaction to this allergen.

Analysis method: ImmunoCAP method (Immunofluorescence in the solid phase)

Units of measurement: kU/l

Biomaterial for analysis: venous blood