Accuracy of specific IgE in the prediction of asthma: development of a scoring formula for general practice

[摘要] For the diagnosis of asthma in young children, GPs have to rely on history taking and physical examination, as spirometry is not possible. The additional diagnostic value of specific immunoglobulin E (IgE) to inhalent allergens remains unclear.

[学科分类] 卫生学

[关键词] allergic reaction;asthma;diagnostic test;general practice;preschool children;scoring formula