Severe Hypersensitivity Reaction to Gold: Positive Lymphocyte Transformation Test
August 1972
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Studysummary This report suggests that a severe reaction involving dermatitis, alopecia, and fever in a patient receiving aurothioglucose was likely allergic, as indicated by clinical findings and a positive lymphocyte transformation test.
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The document discussed a severe hypersensitivity reaction to gold, confirmed by a positive lymphocyte transformation test. This indicated that the immune system of the affected individual reacted strongly to gold, leading to significant allergic responses. The study highlighted the importance of lymphocyte transformation tests in diagnosing gold allergies.
