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Could an allergic reaction be easily determined as cause of death in an autopsy?

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Tryptase: The history's the key. Autopsy can rule out other causes. The savvy pathologist can order up a serum tryptase to confirm anaphylaxis. It's a more tricky call than perhaps a TV viewer might guess. A few may be missed. Life-threatening allergies are well-known to the person, and they take sensible precautions and have time to alert others.

Answered 5/26/2014

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