Lymphocyte Transformation Test (LTT) - Metals
The lymphocyte transformationótest is used in dentistry to detect hypersensitivity to root canalófilling materials

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LTT - Metals
Clinical Purpose
Lymphocyte Transformation Test (LTT). The LTT is one of the most reliable and sensitive methods for assessing the immune response capacity of active cellsóre of the immune system. The test examines the reactivity of T lymphocytesów after contact with antigens and haptens of different origin. Antigens can be bacterial toxins, metals, plastics, drugs or food ingredients including preservatives. Included are mercury, copper, silver, tin (amalgam), ethyl mercury, gold, nickel, palladium, chromium, cobalt, molybdenum, platinum, cadmium, aluminum.
Patient preparation
Material: Whole blood