Fig. 4

Effect of AAT on the expression of NGF, IL-4, IL-5, IL-13, IgE and IFN-γ mRNA in nasal mucosa of AR rats. Note: a The mRNA level of NGF was detected by real-time qPCR. b The mRNA level of IL-4 was detected by real-time qPCR. c The mRNA level of IL-5 was detected by real-time qPCR. d The mRNA level of IL-13 was detected by real-time qPCR. e The mRNA level of IgE was detected by real-time qPCR. f The mRNA level of IFN-γ was detected by real-time qPCR. The values represent the mean ± S.E.M (n = 3/group). Compared with M group, Significant differences *P < 0.05, **P < 0.01, ***P < 0.001; compared with 1HG group, Significant differences #P < 0.05, ##P < 0.01, ###P < 0.001; AAT, Acupoint Application Therapy; AR, allergic rhinitis; NGF, nerve growth factor; qPCR, quantitative PCR; 1HH, prescription NO.2 mixed with Honey; 1HG, prescription NO.1 mixed with fresh Ginger Juice; M group, model group; C group, control group