Advances on the molecular characterization, clinical relevance, and detection methods of Gadiform parvalbumin allergens

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2017

Authors

Fernandes, TJR (Author) Other; Joana Costa (Author) FFUP; Carrapatoso, I (Author) Other; Beatriz B P P Oliveira (Author) FFUP; Mafra, I (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition

Vol. 57

Pages: 3281-3296

ISSN: 1040-8398

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Indexing

ISI Web of Knowledge - 2 Citations

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00M-TWP

DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2015.1113157

Abstract (EN): Gadiform order includes several fish families, from which Gadidae and Merlucciidae are part of, comprising the most commercially important and highly appreciated fish species, such as cod, pollock, haddock, and hake. Parvalbumins, classified as calcium-binding proteins, are considered the main components involved in the majority of fish allergies. Nine and thirteen parvalbumins were identified in different fish species from Gadidae and Merlucciidae families, respectively. This review intends to describe their molecular characterization and the clinical relevance, as well as the prevalence of fish allergy. In addition, the main protein- and DNA-based methods to detect fish allergens are fully reviewed owing to their importance in the safeguard of sensitized/allergic individuals.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 16