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Tryptase: An important tool in the assessment of severe allergic disease
Tryptase: An important tool in the assessment of severe allergic disease

Measurement of mast cell tryptase is a vital yet underused tool in the assessment of severe allergic and mast cell disorders. This article summarises the causes of elevated serum tryptase, indications for testing and interpretation of results
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