[Sensitization to three species of mites in allergic patients from the coastal area of Havana city].

Background: Sensitization to three allergic mite species (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Dermatophagoides siboney and Blomia tropicalis) from house dust in Cuba has been reported in different studies.

Objective: To assess allergic sensitization to these mites in a north coast area of Havana city.

Patients And Methods: A total of 210 allergic patients were selected, classified in two groups: from 1 to 14 years, and from 15 to 55 years.

[Comparison of two lancets in the skin prick test].

Background: The skin prick test is used to diagnose the allergic sensitization. Its results depend upon several factors, such as the lancet type. In Cuba, the most frequently used are: ALK lancet and blood lancet.