Tag: mice

Adenovirus Therapy in Mice

Gene Therapy Successfully Treats Mice with Food Allergies

Exposing mice to an allergen using a viral vector protected mice from anaphylaxis.
Blood in Test Tube

Study: IgG Antibodies Activate Blood Platelets and Contribute to the Severity...

"This work demonstrates the potential of exploring therapeutic interventions that target platelets as means of limiting the severity of anaphylactic shock."
Cytokines

Study: Researchers Retrained Immune Systems of Mice to Switch Off Anaphylaxis

"This study in mice proves the concept of this approach, so tests in humans are not that far off."
Urine Test

Study: Food Allergy Diagnosed Via Urine

The findings could lead to food allergy testing that is non-invasive and predictive of the level of sensitivity.
DNA

Researchers Find Mechanism Behind Inflammation in Eczema

Novel therapies developed to block this mechanism could help prevent food allergies and asthma.
Bio Research

Aptamer Effectively Prevents Allergic Reactions in Mice

The newly discovered substance binds to a specific protein and blocks it.

Researchers Identify New Target to Combat Anaphylaxis

French researchers discover a key mechanism that could pave the way for new therapies.

Study: Gut Microbiome May Play Role in Food Allergy

"This relationship between intestinal flora and the production of antibodies opens up new therapeutic approaches for patients..."

Study: New Gene Therapy Protects Against Anaphylaxis from Peanut Allergy

The technique could also be applied to other IgE-mediated food allergies.

Study: Diet Rich in Fiber Helped Lessen Food Allergy Reactions in...

Could the fatty acids isolated during this study lead to a treatment for food allergy?