Potential allergenicity of Medicago sativa investigated by a combined IgE-binding inhibition, proteomics and in silico approach.

Background: Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L) is one of the most planted crops worldwide primarily used to feed animals. The use of alfalfa in human diet as sprouts, infusions and nutritional supplements is rapidly gaining popularity. Despite this, allergenicity assessment of this novel plant food is largely lacking.