Hawkey: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - 2nd Edition

Multiple Choice

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Disorders of the Small and Large Bowel : Question 1


1. Concerning food allergy, which of the following statements is true?

A Type I reactions occur in 3 distinct phases: first the sensitization phase, second the effector response and third the chronic phase
B Risk factors for the development of gastrointestinal food allergy are for example genetic factors, early introduction of solid foods, immune alterations, and gastrointestinal infections
C The cornerstone of successful food allergy management is a thorough medical history
D The incidence of immune-mediated food allergies among children and adults is 1–2%