Respiratory symptoms, pulmonary function tests and sensitization to wheat flour allergen among flour mill workers

S. Ozkurt, S. Baser, G. Kiter, F. Fisekci, A. Cimrin (Denizli, Turkey)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Exposure to bioaerosols and organic allergens
Session: Exposure to bioaerosols and organic allergens
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 2439
Disease area: Airway diseases

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