A 16-year-old female develops shortness of breath, runny nose, wheezing, and chest tightening with no fever
A spirometry test is performed and revealed that her FEV1 is reduced, and her FEV1 to FVC ratio is abnormal. Her FEV1 improves by 15% after bronchodilator use. A chest x-ray is also performed. The family mentions that they purchased a cat several weeks ago. You suspect allergic asthma.
Increased levels of what type of serum antibody would you like to see to confirm your diagnosis?
A. IgA
B. IgG
C. IgM
D. IgE
E. IgD
ANS: D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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