allergenic
Triggers immune overreaction
Allergenic describes something capable of causing an allergic reaction.
Allergenic substances—pollen, pet dander, certain foods—trigger immune responses in sensitive individuals.
The restaurant labels allergenic ingredients on its menu.
Food packaging often warns about allergenic contents like nuts or shellfish.
Floral reproductive grains
- dust mitesMicroscopic skin-eating arachnids
- pet danderShed skin from animals
- mold sporesReproductive fungal cells
- ragweedHighly allergenic flowering plant
latex · nickel · shellfish · peanuts · tree nuts · eggs · milk · soy
Raised itchy skin reaction
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- rhinitisInflamed nasal membrane
- conjunctivitisInflammation of eye lining
- wheezingHarsh, whistling respiration
asthma · sneezing · itching · swelling · rash · bronchospasm · sinusitis · dermatitis
Allergy-response compound
- antibodiesProteins targeting pathogens
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- hypersensitivityExaggerated response to stimuli
- cytokinesImmune signaling proteins
eosinophils · basophils · T-cells · antigen · inflammatory response · sensitization · cross-reactivity
Drug blocking allergic response
- epinephrineAdrenal stress hormone
- immunotherapyDisease treatment via body's defenses
- desensitizationReduced response over time
- skin prick testAllergen exposure on dermis
patch test · blood test · avoidance · corticosteroids · EpiPen · elimination diet · HEPA filter · immunologist
Skin-applied beauty substances
- detergentsSurfactant cleaning agents
- preservativesDecay-preventing substances
- fragrancesPleasant, crafted aromas
- dyesPigments for staining materials
adhesives · food additives · insect stings · feathers · wool · lanolin · parabens · synthetic fabrics
pollen
Floral reproductive grains
- dust mitesMicroscopic skin-eating arachnids
- pet danderShed skin from animals
- mold sporesReproductive fungal cells
ragweed · latex · nickel · shellfish · peanuts · tree nuts · eggs · milk · soy · wheat
hives
Raised itchy skin reaction
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- rhinitisInflamed nasal membrane
- conjunctivitisInflammation of eye lining
wheezing · asthma · sneezing · itching · swelling · rash · bronchospasm · sinusitis · dermatitis · urticaria
histamine
Allergy-response compound
- antibodiesProteins targeting pathogens
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- hypersensitivityExaggerated response to stimuli
cytokines · eosinophils · basophils · T-cells · antigen · inflammatory response · sensitization · cross-reactivity
antihistamine
Drug blocking allergic response
- epinephrineAdrenal stress hormone
- immunotherapyDisease treatment via body's defenses
- desensitizationReduced response over time
skin prick test · patch test · blood test · avoidance · corticosteroids · EpiPen · elimination diet · HEPA filter · immunologist
cosmetics
Skin-applied beauty substances
- detergentsSurfactant cleaning agents
- preservativesDecay-preventing substances
- fragrancesPleasant, crafted aromas
dyes · adhesives · food additives · insect stings · feathers · wool · lanolin · parabens · synthetic fabrics · houseplants
allergenichypoallergenic
Unlikely to cause reactions
nonallergenic · non-allergenic · allergen-free · inert · non-reactive
- food allergensIngredients triggering adverse reactions
- allergen warningsNotices identifying reactive substances
- indoor allergens
- allergen labelsFood package sensitivity notices
- allergen labelingIdentifying reactive substances on packaging
allergen, hypoallergenic, allergens, nonallergenic, antiallergenic