An unwanted inheritance? Family studies into the genetics of asthma.
1. Atopy underlies allergic asthma, rhinitis and eczema. 2. Atopy can be defined as a general state of excessive IgE responsiveness. 3. The aim of these genetic studies is the development of more effective preventions and treatments for asthma and other atopic disorders.
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D000328:Adult; D001249:Asthma / Q000235:genetics* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control; D002648:Child; D005190:Family; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010375:Pedigree; D012882:Skin Tests