| APC | Allergen-presenting cells |
| BHR | Bronchial hyperresponsiveness |
| FcεRI | High affinity IgE receptor |
| FcεRII | Low affinity IgE receptor |
| FEV1 | Forced expiratory volume in 1 second |
| FVC | Forced vital capacity |
| IgE | Immunoglobulin E |
| IL | Interleukin |
| IS | Immune system |
| MC | Mast cells |
| SMC | Smooth muscle cells |
| Th2 | T helper type 2 lymphocytes |
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