Apricot (f237)0150
Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is a fruit from the Rosaceae family, originating from northern and western China and Central Asia. It is widely distributed in temperate climate zones and is one of the five most popular deciduous fruits worldwide. The fruit has a fuzzy yellow-orange skin and contains allergens Pru ar1 and Pru ar3, which can cause allergic reactions of varying severity.
FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay), ImmunoCAP (Solid-phase Immunofluorescence) – quantitative determination of the allergen.
- Diagnosis of allergic reactions to apricot.
- Assessment of sensitization level and risk of allergy development.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of ongoing therapy.
- Assessment of sensitization level after allergen avoidance.
- Evaluation of immune system status.
- Blood should be drawn in the morning on an empty stomach or 4 hours after eating.
- Drinking plain still water is allowed.
- Do not smoke for 30 minutes before the test.
- For children under 1 year – no food 30-40 minutes before the test; for children 1-5 years – 2-3 hours fasting.
Apricot allergen can cause reactions ranging from mild (oral allergy syndrome) to severe systemic reactions, including anaphylaxis. The main allergens are Pru ar1 (Bet v1 homolog) and Pru ar3 (lipid transfer protein), which have high cross-reactivity with allergens from other Rosaceae fruits as well as latex. Knowing the sensitization level helps in selecting therapy and preventing allergic complications.