Bug bite? study links seafood allergy to insect food sensitivity

NCT ID NCT04239131

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study checked if people allergic to house dust mites and seafood are also sensitive to edible insects. 96 adults completed skin prick and blood tests. The goal was to see if insect sensitization is more common in this group compared to those with dust mite allergy alone. Results help understand cross-reactivity risks for new food sources.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Allergy Unit,University Hospital

    Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8091, Switzerland

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