LP14934-1

Blomia tropicalis

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Descriptions

A species of dust mite Source: Regenstrief Institute

Blomia tropicalis, a Storage mite, was earlier found predominantly in agricultural environments but is now being recognised as an important contributor to the allergen content in house dust in indoor urban dwellings.

B. tropicalis is a notable mite species in many parts of the world, and the most common and most important mite species in tropical countries

Several investigations have demonstrated that allergens from B. tropicalis may play an important role in sensitisation and allergic symptoms. Sensitisation to B. tropicalis has been associated with acute asthma that requires emergency room treatment both among children and adults Copyright Copyright © 2006 Phadia AB. Source: ImmunoCap, ImmunoCap

Basic Part Properties

Part Display Name

Blomia tropicalis

Part Type

Component (Describes the core component or analyte measured)

Created On

2000-05-04

Construct for LOINC Short Name

B tropicalis

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