Definitions for atopy
ˈæt ə piatopy

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1. immediate allergy, atopy, atopic allergy, type I allergic reactionnoun

   an allergic reaction that becomes apparent in a sensitized person only minutes after contact

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1. atopynoun

   A hereditary disorder marked by the tendency to develop localized immediate hypersensitivity reactions to allergens such as pollen, food etc and is manifested by hay fever, asthma, or similar allergic conditions; generally considered to be caused by the interaction of environmental and genetic factors.

2. atopynoun

   A person suffering from atopic syndrome; a case of atopy.

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1. Atopy

   Atopy is the tendency to produce an exaggerated immunoglobulin E (IgE) immune response to otherwise harmless substances in the environment. Allergic diseases are clinical manifestations of such inappropriate, atopic responses.Atopy may have a hereditary component, although contact with the allergen or irritant must occur before the hypersensitivity reaction can develop (characteristically after re-exposure). Maternal psychological trauma in utero may also be a strong indicator for development of atopy.The term atopy was coined by Arthur F. Coca and Robert Cooke in 1923. Many physicians and scientists use the term "atopy" for any IgE-mediated reaction (even those that are appropriate and proportional to the antigen), but many pediatricians reserve the word "atopy" for a genetically mediated predisposition to an excessive IgE reaction. The term is from Greek ἀτοπία meaning "the state of being out of place", "absurdity".

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1. atopy

   Atopy is a genetic disposition to develop hypersensitivity reactions or allergies to specific substances, such as pollen, dust mites, or certain foods. Individuals with atopy may develop conditions such as asthma, hay fever, or eczema. It is typically characterized by an excessive immune response to common allergens, often manifesting from early childhood.

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1. Atopy

   Atopy; Greek ἀτοπία - placelessness, out of place, special, unusual, extraordinary or atopic syndrome is a predisposition toward developing certain allergic hypersensitivity reactions. Atopy may have a hereditary component, although contact with the allergen must occur before the hypersensitivity reaction can develop. The term "atopy" was coined by Coca and Cooke in 1923. Many physicians and scientists use the term "atopy" for any IgE-mediated reaction, but many pediatricians reserve the word "atopy" for a genetically mediated predisposition to an excessive IgE reaction.

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   The numerical value of atopy in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

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   The numerical value of atopy in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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References

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