tokens: The atopic disposition , indicated by positive skin reactions and IgE antibody titers etc . , and the bronchial reactivity to inhaled acetylcholine were examined on the following three groups : ( 1 ) 20 young adults with a history of childhood asthma who have been symptom - free for more than 4 yr ; ( 2 ) 20 current asthmatics , and ( 3 ) 20 healthy young adults .