Interestingly, a substantial number of SLE patients produce IgE autoantibodies, suggesting that basophils may contribute to disease severity through their involvement in Th2-associated immunity[2].

to trigger basophil activation. The fact that in this context the BAT does not discriminate between IgE- and non-IgE-mediated reactions, should not be considered as a shortcoming. Finally ...

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Immunoglobulin E (IgE): A type of antibody that plays a crucial ... involved in the body's response to allergens and parasites. Basophils: Another type of white blood cell that plays a role ...

For example, herpes simplex is an infection for which IgM and IgG tests can help determine the timing of the infection. In people with allergies, IgE tests can be used to confirm that an allergic ...