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Agent Name
Anisakis simplex (nematode)
Major Category
Biological Agents
Category
Animal-Derived Allergens
Comments
Occupational asthma in a chicken breeder and a fish monger was confirmed by bronchoprovocation testing. [Malo] Can cause contact urticaria; [Kanerva, p. 100]
Reference Link
Occupational generalised urticaria and allergic airborne asthma due to anisakis simplex.
Adverse Effects
Asthma
Yes
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
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Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:
Asthma, occupational
Contact dermatitis, allergic
Contact urticaria
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Last updated: September, 2008