Survey of IgE Reactivity to Nonbiting Midges in Korea and Identification of IgE-Binding Protein.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Chironomids (nonbiting midges) are widely and abundantly distributed near ponds, rivers, and artificially dammed pools used for irrigation. Chironomids contain allergens and cause airway allergy in humans. In this study, we aimed to examine the allergic potential of chironomids in inhabitants living near artificially dammed pools.

Methods

We examined immunoglobulin E (IgE) reactivity to chironomid extracts in the sera of residents living around installed dams and assessed the correlations of IgE responses between chironomids (Chironomus flaviplumus, Chironomus kiiensis, Cricotopus bicinctus) and house dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae). In addition, we identified potential IgE binding proteins specific for adult C. bicinctus, a popular

SUBMITTER: Yi MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6658401 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature