Type 1 (Anaphylactic) Hypersensitivity Reaction – Definition, Mechanism, Examples
What is Type I Hypersensitivity Reaction? Definition of Type I Hypersensitivity Reaction? Type I hypersensitivity reaction, also known as immediate hypersensitivity, is an exaggerated immune response triggered by the re-exposure to a specific allergen. It involves the rapid release of inflammatory mediators from mast cells and basophils sensitized with IgE antibodies. This type of reaction … Read more