Definitions for Allergen
ˈæl ər dʒən, -ˌdʒɛnal·ler·gen

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1. allergennoun

   any substance that can cause an allergy

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1. allergennoun

   A substance which causes an allergic reaction.

   Pollen, dust, and spores are common allergens.

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1. Allergen

   An allergen is a type of antigen that produces an abnormally vigorous immune response in which the immune system fights off a perceived threat that would otherwise be harmless to the body. Such reactions are called allergies. In technical terms, an allergen is an antigen that is capable of stimulating a type-I hypersensitivity reaction in atopic individuals through immunoglobulin E (IgE) responses. Most humans mount significant Immunoglobulin E responses only as a defense against parasitic infections. However, some individuals may respond to many common environmental antigens. This hereditary predisposition is called atopy. In atopic individuals, non-parasitic antigens stimulate inappropriate IgE production, leading to type I hypersensitivity.Sensitivities vary widely from one person (or from one animal) to another. A very broad range of substances can be allergens to sensitive individuals.

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1. allergen

   An allergen is a typically harmless substance that triggers an allergic reaction in certain people. Such substances can include various types of food, pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander, insect stings or certain medications. When an individual sensitive to a specific allergen encounters it, their immune system overreacts, leading to allergic symptoms.

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1. Allergen

   An allergen is a type of antigen that produces an abnormally vigorous immune response in which the immune system fights off a perceived threat that would otherwise be harmless to the body. In technical terms, an allergen is an antigen capable of stimulating a type-I hypersensitivity reaction in atopic individuals through Immunoglobulin E responses. Most humans mount significant Immunoglobulin E responses only as a defense against parasitic infections. However, some individuals may respond to many common environmental antigens. This hereditary predisposition is called atopy. In atopic individuals, non-parasitic antigens stimulate inappropriate IgE production, leading to type I hypersensitivity. Sensitivities vary widely from one person to another. A very broad range of substances can be allergens to sensitive individuals.

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1. generall

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Allergen in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Allergen in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of Allergen in a Sentence

1. Coroner Sean Cummings:

   There was no specific allergen information on the baguette packaging or on the( food display cabinet) and Natasha Ednan-Laperouse was reassured by that.

2. Michael Ardern-Jones:

   Almost any chemical compound could be implicated as an allergen, so it is almost impossible for a cream to be truly non-allergic, Thus, as there is no true ‘hypoallergenic’ cream, there is no agreed meaning of ‘hypoallergenic.’.

3. Katie Harley -LRB- right -RRB-:

   He wanted us to introduce things like peanut butter because it’s an allergen, he wanted us to do steak because it’s very nutrient-rich and lean, and we also introduced her to a bunch of fruits and veggies. There was a whole list.

4. Katie Harley -LRB- right -RRB-:

   At our appointment, we went over what foods we’re going to start introducing, he wanted us to introduce things like peanut butter because it’s an allergen, he wanted us to do steak because it’s very nutrient-rich and lean, and we also introduced her to a bunch of fruits and veggies. There was a whole list.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Allergen
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allergen
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5. ^ Wikidata
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