House dust mite, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus , and its allergens: effects of washing
1989; Wiley; Volume: 44; Issue: 6 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1111/j.1398-9995.1989.tb04170.x
ISSN1398-9995
Autores Tópico(s)Insect Pheromone Research and Control
ResumoThe study was undertaken to evaluate the effect washing at various temperatures would have on the house dust mite, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus , and its allergens. Young and old mite cultures underwent a simulated washing programme. To record the number of live mites prior to and after washing a new counting method was applied. The findings demonstrated that although washing reduced the number of live mites, a washing programme at minimum temperature 58°C was required in order to achieve complete extermination of the house dust mites. A distinct protein loss was observed when washing at higher temperature, thus further reducing the total allergen pool without loss of allergen activity as determined by direct RAST.
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