Allergic Reactions to Penicillins are Considered A(n)________ Hypersensitivity

Question

Allergic reactions to penicillins are considered a(n)________ hypersensitivity.
A)T-cell mediated
B)antibody mediated
C)immune complex mediated
D)immediate
E)both T-cell mediated and antibody mediated

Accepted Answer

Allergic reactions to penicillins are typically immediate hypersensitivity reactions, which are IgE-mediated and occur quickly after exposure.