A patient with a family history of allergies has suffered an allergic response based on a genetic predisposition. This atopic response is usually mediated by what immunoglobulin?
A) Immunoglobulin A
B) Immunoglobulin M
C) Immunoglobulin G
D) Immunoglobulin E
Ans: D
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Atopy refers to allergic reactions characterized by the action of IgE antibodies and a genetic predisposition to allergic reactions.
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