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Article: Detection of latex allergens by immunoelectron microscopy in ambient air (P[M.sub.10]) in Oslo, Norway (1997-2003).(INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES)
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- Journal of Environmental Health
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- November 1, 2004
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Introduction
Urban atmosphere is known to contain combustion products, with the predominant source being traffic-related (Atkinson et al., 1999; Kunzli et al., 2000), as well as plant-derived biologically active particles that may induce allergy and asthma (Behrendt & Becker, 2001). Epidemiological studies suggest a correlation between exposure to particulate air pollution and several adverse health effects, including acute respiratory symptoms (Brunekreef, Dockery, & Krzyzanowski, 1995; Delfino, 2002; Pope, 2000; Schwartz, 2001). The acute respiratory effects may, in part, be caused by an allergic response to inhaled airborne particles that contain specific ...