Mercury-specific lymphocytes: an indication of mercury allergy in man.

Author: Stejskal VD, Forsbeck M, Cederbrant KE, Asteman O

Source: Journal of Clinical Immunology.

Year: 1996

Comment:

The researchers conclude, "The results of this study show that lymphocyte reactivity to mercury salts in vitro may be used for an objective diagnosis of mercury allergy in man."

Abstract / Excerpt:

“In this study, 18 patients with oral lichen planus (OLP), adjacent to amalgam fillings, were tested in vitro with an optimized lymphocyte proliferation test, MELISA (memory lymphocyte immunostimulation assay) and with a patch test. Twenty subjects with amalgam fillings but without oral discomfort and 12 amalgam-free subjects served as controls.”

Citation:

Stejskal VD, Forsbeck M, Cederbrant KE,  Asteman O. Mercury-specific lymphocytes: an indication of mercury allergy in man. Journal of Clinical Immunology. 1996; 16(1): 31-40.