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| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Testing poses no risk to the patient | Lack of standardization |
| Negativization over time following the reaction | |
| Significantly broader range of allergens in contrast to specific IgE | Considerable technical complexity |
| Requires fresh blood | |
| False-negative results or low sensitivity |
