Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) is an annual vegetable plant of the cabbage family, also known as asparagus cabbage. Visually similar to cauliflower, broccoli has dense green or purple flower heads that are consumed fresh, canned, or fermented. This dietary product is easily digestible and contains lipid transfer protein (LTP), which can cause cross-reactive allergic reactions.
There may be broad cross-reactivity among various species of the Brassicaceae family, including cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and others. Similarity of broccoli lipid transfer protein (LTP) to LTPs of other plants has been identified, which can cause cross-reactive allergic reactions; however, the degree of this reactivity may vary.
FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay), ImmunoCAP (Solid-phase Immunofluorescence) – quantitative determination of sensitization.
Please note that the research method and reference values may vary depending on the equipment and test systems used.