Agent Name |
Grain mite |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Category |
Insect-Derived Allergens |
Sources/Uses |
Occupational asthma farmers and grain storage workers; [Malo] Mites cause allergic, occupational contact urticaria. [Asthma in the Workplace, p. 805] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
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