Respiratory hypersensitivity assay

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010265",
  "term": "Respiratory hypersensitivity assay",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A laboratory test designed to detect substances that induce allergic reactions in the respiratory system. This assay measures changes in respiratory function, such as airway hyperreactivity or inflammation, after exposure to a potential allergen. Animal models, such as guinea pigs or mice, are frequently used in these assessments.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "hyperreactivity"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1240 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/respiratory-hypersensitivity-assay/"
}