MAD APPLE
\mˈad ˈapə͡l], \mˈad ˈapəl], \m_ˈa_d ˈa_p_əl]\
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hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable
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egg-shaped vegetable having a shiny skin typically dark purple but occasionally white or yellow
By Princeton University
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Immunologic Desensitization
- Immunosuppression by the administration increasing doses antigen. Though exact mechanism is not clear, therapy results increase in serum levels of allergen-IMMUNOGLOBULIN G, suppression specific IgE, and an suppressor T-cell activity.