reagin (n)

n15031418

type n
lex_filenum 27
def an immunoglobulin E that is formed as an antibody against allergens (such as pollen)
def attaches to cell membranes causing the release of histamine and other substances responsible for the local inflammation characteristic of an allergy
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Hypernym immunoglobulin E, IgE
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Hyponym immunoglobulin E, IgE

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