Proof of concept pilot study: prevalence of grass virus infection and the potential for effects on the allergenic potency of pollen
Background: 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. Methods: We have collected pollen from Dactylis glomerata (cocksfoot; a gr...
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| Language: | English |
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2009-12-21.
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