mjölkproteinIgE

mjölkproteinIgE refers to immunoglobulin E antibodies specific to milk proteins. These antibodies are central to the allergic response to milk. When a person with milk allergy is exposed to milk proteins, their immune system mistakenly identifies them as harmful. This triggers the production of IgE antibodies. These IgE antibodies then bind to mast cells and basophils, immune cells that are part of the body's defense system. Upon subsequent exposure to milk proteins, the allergens bind to the IgE antibodies on these cells. This binding initiates a cascade of chemical reactions, leading to the release of mediators such as histamine. These mediators are responsible for the various symptoms of a milk allergy, which can range from mild skin reactions like hives and eczema to more severe respiratory issues like wheezing and, in rare cases, life-threatening anaphylaxis. Testing for milk protein-specific IgE antibodies in the blood or through skin prick tests is a common diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to confirm a milk allergy. The presence and level of these antibodies can help assess the likelihood of an allergic reaction. Management of milk allergy typically involves strict avoidance of milk and dairy products.