Definition of allergen Allergen

/æˈlɚʤʌn/ - [atlerjun] - al•ler•gen

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What does allergen mean?

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Noun

Plural: allergens

allergen - any substance that can cause an allergy
  substance the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists; "DNA is the substance of our genes"
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  • allergen (Noun)
    A substance which causes an allergic reaction.

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  • allergen
    Any antigen, such as pollen, a drug, or food, that induces an allergic state in humans or animals.\n(Source: MGH)

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  • An allergen is something that causes allergies in humans.

    Dust, pollen and pet dander are all common allergens. It is possible to be allergic to anything from chlorine to perfume. Food allergies are not as common, but some foods, like peanuts, nuts, seafood and shellfish cause serious allergies in lots of people.

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