Allergy: Type I, II, III, and IV

Edward F Knol, Stefanie Gilles

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Abstract

Hypersensitivity reactions are overreactions of the immune system clinically seen as allergic and autoimmune diseases. Gell and Coombs originally described four different types of hypersensitivity reactions almost 60 years ago, and their description still applies in large parts. However, some modifications and extensions have been included in original definition. Especially in allergic diseases, it became clear that often, multiple types of hypersensitivity reaction can occur simultaneously. This improved insight is not only important for a better understanding of hypersensitivity disorders, but is especially of importance for improved diagnostics and directing therapeutic interventions.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAllergic Diseases – From Basic Mechanisms to Comprehensive Management and Prevention
EditorsClaudia Traidl-Hoffmann, Torsten Zuberbier, Thomas Werfel
Place of PublicationCham
PublisherSpringer
Pages31-41
Number of pages11
Volume268
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)978-3-030-84048-8
ISBN (Print)978-3-030-84047-1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022

Publication series

Name Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology
PublisherSpringer
Volume268
ISSN (Print)0171-2004
ISSN (Electronic)1865-0325

Keywords

  • Allergy
  • Gell and Coombs
  • Hypersensitivity

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