Contact sensitivity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002484",
  "term": "Contact sensitivity",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A delayed-type hypersensitivity reaction of the immune system that occurs after direct skin exposure to a specific allergen. This immune response leads to inflammation and skin lesions at the site of contact. The reaction typically develops 24 to 72 hours after exposure and is mediated by T-lymphocytes.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "contact dermatitis",
    "eczema"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1149 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/contact-sensitivity/"
}