Gene-environment interaction in atopic diseases: A population-based twin study of early life exposures

N. Kahr, V. Næser, L. G. Stensballe, K. O. Kyvik, A. Skytthe, V. Backer, S. F. Thomsen (Copenhagen, Odense, Denmark)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Genetics and risk factors for asthma and COPD
Session: Genetics and risk factors for asthma and COPD
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1400
Disease area: Airway diseases, Paediatric lung diseases

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