Identification, characterization and epitope mapping of proteins encoded by putative allergenic napin genes from Brassica rapa

Background Brassica rapeseed crops contain high concentrations of oil in the seed. The remaining meal, following oil extraction, has a high protein content, but is of low value due to the presence of high amounts of napin seed storage proteins. These 2S albumin‐like proteins are difficult to digest and have been identified as major allergens in humans. Objective To comprehensively characterize the napin gene (NG) family in Brassica rapa and to...