Cow’s milk (Bos taurus) and dairy products are fundamental components of the human diet. Milk from other species such as goats, sheep, and buffalo is also a common source of milk for humans in certain geographical regions.
Milk allergy can manifest with a variety of symptoms, ranging from mild oral allergy or skin rash to severe, life-threatening systemic reactions, namely anaphylaxis or bronchial asthma (IgE- or IgG-mediated).
Milk protein allergy can be clinically distinguished from lactose intolerance caused by lactase deficiency.
Milk allergy is one of the most common food allergies, particularly in infants and young children, affecting 0.5%–5% of the population across different age groups and geographical regions.
AlerTox ELISA Beta-Lactoglobulin is a quantitative ELISA kit for the detection of BLG antigen in food, kitchens, and manufacturing facilities.