Effects after inhalation of (1 → 3)-β-D-glucan and relation to mould exposure in the home
Background: Damp conditions indoors favour the growth of microorganisms, and these contain several agents that may cause inflammation when inhaled. Moulds contain a polyglucose in their cell wall, defined as (1→3)-β-D-glucan, exhibiting effects on inflammatory cells.
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| Main Authors: | , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2002-01-01
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| Series: | Mediators of Inflammation |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09622935020138181 |
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| Summary: | Background: Damp conditions indoors favour the growth of microorganisms, and these contain several agents that may cause inflammation when inhaled. Moulds contain a polyglucose in their cell wall, defined as (1→3)-β-D-glucan, exhibiting effects on inflammatory cells. |
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| ISSN: | 0962-9351 1466-1861 |