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Are all proteins and antigens from the rubber tree equally allergenic?

April 26, 2017allergenic antigens equally Proteins rubber tree

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Are all proteins and antigens from the rubber tree equally allergenic?

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No. During the rubber manufacturing process many of the proteins degrade, denature and lose their activity, however, some proteins retain their allergenic properties throughout the process. Gloves can have high protein but low allergen levels and vice versa.

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No. During the rubber manufacturing process many of the proteins degrade, denature and lose their activity, however, some proteins retain their allergenic properties throughout the process. Latex products can have high protein but low allergen levels and vice versa.