Use of Tetanus Allergen for Determining the Sensitivity of People to Tetanus Anatoxin
Abstract
The authors discuss the problem of a possibility of using tetanus allergen for detection of increased sensitivity of man to tetanus toxoid. Two allergens--the first from the toxoid, and the second from the microbial cells, were investigated. In parallel with intradermal tests, a determination was made of the titre of the antitoxin circulating in the blood. It was shown that the action of the allergens was specific--a local reaction in the form of hyperemia always appeared in persons whose blood antitoxin level was greater than 0.001 IU/ml.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 06, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA004389
Entities
People
- B. D. Bychenko
- M. K. Stroganova
Organizations
- National Air and Space Intelligence Center