Latex allergy
Nyfors, A.; Holter, G.; Mehlum, I.S.; Overå, K.B.
Nordisk Medicin 113(10): 338-340
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0029-1420 PMID: 9894410 Document Number: 494130
During the last 10-15 years allergic reaction to Natural rubber latex (NLR) has become an increasing occupational problem among health-care workers. The allergy is caused by allergenic proteins in the NRL. The diagnosis is achieved through a relevant history, skin prick tests with aquous NRL glove extracts and blood tests. History and prick tests are most important. The most frequent cross-reaction is to banana. Careful instruction on prevention is a must.