Clemens von Pirquet
Clemens von Pirquet | |
|---|---|
| File:Clemens von Pirquet.jpg Clemens von Pirquet, Austrian scientist and pediatrician | |
| Born | May 12, 1874 Vienna, Austria |
| Died | February 28, 1929 Vienna, Austria |
| Nationality | Austrian |
| Known for | Coining the term "allergy" |
Clemens Peter Freiherr von Pirquet (May 12, 1874 – February 28, 1929) was an Austrian scientist and pediatrician best known for coining the term "allergy" and for his contributions to the field of immunology.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Clemens von Pirquet was born in Vienna, Austria, into a noble family. He pursued his medical studies at the University of Vienna, where he developed an interest in pediatrics and immunology. After completing his medical degree, he furthered his studies in various European cities, including Paris and Berlin.
Career and Contributions[edit | edit source]
Von Pirquet's career was marked by significant contributions to the understanding of the immune system. In 1906, he introduced the term "allergy" to describe the altered reactivity of the immune system to certain substances. This concept was revolutionary at the time and laid the groundwork for modern allergy research.
The Pirquet Test[edit | edit source]
One of von Pirquet's notable contributions was the development of the Pirquet test, a diagnostic tool for tuberculosis. The test involved applying a small amount of tuberculin to a scarified area of the skin and observing the reaction. This test was an early form of what would later become the Mantoux test.
Allergy and Immunology[edit | edit source]
Von Pirquet's work in allergy and immunology extended beyond the coining of the term. He studied the body's immune response to various antigens and was among the first to describe the phenomenon of serum sickness, a reaction to the injection of foreign serum proteins.
Later Life and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Clemens von Pirquet continued his research and teaching throughout his life, holding positions at several prestigious institutions. His work laid the foundation for future research in allergy and immunology, influencing generations of scientists and physicians.
Von Pirquet passed away in Vienna in 1929, but his legacy lives on through the continued study and treatment of allergic diseases.
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