| Literature DB >> 9370518 |
Abstract
Cockroach antigens (proteins found in the insects' feces, saliva, eggs, and shed cuticles) have been implicated as one of the leading causes of asthma among inner-city children. These antigens can trigger severe allergic reactions, and even tiny amounts can be potentially fatal to sensitive asthmatics.Entities:
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Year: 1997 PMID: 9370518 PMCID: PMC1470323 DOI: 10.1289/ehp.971051192
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Environ Health Perspect ISSN: 0091-6765 Impact factor: 9.031