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March 10, 2010




What is the Joint Taskforce on Practice Parameters?

The Joint Taskforce on Practice Parameters (JTF) was formed in 1989 to develop practice parameters for diagnosis and management of allergic and immunologic diseases. Members of the JTF represent the following organizations:

  • American Academy of Allergy, Asthma &Immunology (AAAAI)
  • American College of Allergy, Asthma &Immunology (ACAAI)
  • Joint Council of Allergy, Asthma &Immunology (JCAAI)


About Practice Parameters

The Joint Taskforce on Practice Parameters (JTF) has been given the assignment of developing practice parameters for conditions managed or procedures performed by allergist/immunologists. These include, but are not limited to the following conditions: asthma, rhinitis, sinusitis, immunodeficiency, atopic dermatitis, urticaria, contact dermatitis, stinging insect food hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis, and the following procedures: allergy diagnostic testing and allergen immunotherapy.


Current Status of Parameters

Parameters recently published:

  •  Allergic Rhinitis

Parameters being updated:

  • Drug allergy
  • Urticaria/Angioedema
  • Anaphylaxis

New Practice Parameters under development:

  • Environmental Assessment
  • Exercise-induced Asthma
  • Allergic conjunctivitis

 


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Last updated: January 16, 2009