Plum is a stone fruit tree from the genus Prunus of the Rosaceae family. Plums are widely used as dessert fruits, eaten fresh, added to baked goods and preserves. Dried fruit – prunes – are especially popular, known for their laxative properties.
The main allergenic components of plum are identified: Pru d1 (Bet v1 homolog), Pru d2 (thaumatin-like protein), Pru d3 (9 kDa lipid transfer protein), Pru d4 (profilin). The lipid transfer protein Pru d3, concentrated in the fruit skin, is particularly important as it causes cross-reactivity with other fruits of the Rosaceae family (peach, apricot, cherry, apple). Cross-reactivity may not be accompanied by clinical allergy, so it is important to avoid unnecessary dietary restrictions. Plum allergy may also be associated with birch pollen and latex allergy.
FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay, ImmunoCAP (Solid-phase Immunofluorescence)) – quantitative determination.
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