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Types of Allergens

There are many different types of allergens that could trigger an allergic reaction, requiring clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Online Source: MedLine Plus http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/allergy.html
Online Source: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology http://www.aaaai.org/patients/resources/easy_reader/food.pdf
Online Medical Reviewer: Jenkins, Lee
Online Medical Reviewer: Pierce-Smith, Daphne RN, MSN, CCRC, FNP
Date Last Reviewed: 9/15/2009
Date Last Modified: 12/3/2008