This retrospective study analyzed 22 pts (17 M, 5 F;
mean age 15,2 yrs) referred to the Pediatric Allergology
of University of Bologna from Jan. 1990 to Sept. 2010
with a history of IgE-mediated NRL allergy associated
with a level of latex specific IgE (sIgE) ≥ 0.35 kU/L
(ImmunoCAP 1000, Phadia; Sweden) and/or a positive
response to Skin Prick Test (wheal ≥ 3 mm) with latex
extract (Lofarma, Milan; Italy). Levels of total and sIgE
to grass pollen and to the main fruits implicated in LFS
were analysed.