dolichovespula maculata venom protein

Dolichovespula maculata venom protein is a biologic extract derived from the venom of the bald-faced hornet (Dolichovespula maculata). It contains a complex mixture of biologically active compounds including enzymes, peptides, and proteins[2]. The primary clinical use is in allergy testing and diagnosis of hypersensitivity to vespid stings. The major allergenic component is antigen 5 (Dol m 5), a cysteine-rich 204-residue protein that serves as an important T-cell epitope in allergic responses[5]. Its mechanism involves eliciting an immune response in sensitized individuals for diagnostic purposes. This product is classified as an allergenic extract and used primarily for identifying patients at risk for severe allergic reactions to vespid stings[1][4].

Other names

bald-faced hornet venom proteinwhite faced hornet venom proteinwhite-faced hornet venom proteinallergen Dol m V-Bantigen 5 form 3antigen5 form 3antigen-5 form 3cysteine-rich venom protein