Proof of concept pilot study: prevalence of grass virus infection and the potential for effects on the allergenic potency of pollen

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Wild plants harbour a variety of viruses and these have the potential to alter the composition of pollen. The potential consequences of virus infection of grasses on pollen-induced allergic disease are not known.</p> <p>M...

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Main Authors: Howarth Peter H, Cooper J Ian, Lau Laurie CK, Bodey Kathleen, Edwards Mary-Lou, Soh Emily, Pallett Denise W, Walls Andrew F, Wang Hui
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-12-01
Series:Environmental Health