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Define allergens.


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Allergens:

  1. Allergens are foreign substances that induce an immune response in the body by triggering the production of antibodies.
  2. Allergens are a type of antigens that causes allergic reactions as an immune response
  3. Allergens can enter the body through the mouth by ingesting, through the nose by inhaling, or through the skin.
  4. Examples of allergens include foods, pollen, mold, and dust mites.

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