Propensity to allergies seems _____.
A)only to run in the family for contact allergens (type IV hypersensitivity)
B)to be determined by prior sensitization to insect venom
C)to be linked to cold air injuring cell membranes of mast cells
D)at least in part have a genetic basis

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Propensity to allergies is known to have a genetic basis, meaning that certain individuals may have a predisposition to developing allergies due to their genetic makeup. However, other factors such as environmental exposures, prior sensitization, and immune system function may also play a role in the development of allergies.

Propensity to Allergies Seems _____