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

• Main Authors: Howarth Peter H (Author), Cooper J Ian (Author), Lau Laurie CK (Author), Bodey Kathleen (Author), Edwards Mary-Lou (Author), Soh Emily (Author), Pallett Denise W (Author), Walls Andrew F (Author), Wang Hui (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2009-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<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...