P01 - Sensitisation pattern to inhalant allergens in Armenian children
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Background Pediatric respiratory allergies are increasing problem in Armenia being underestimated according to official reports. “Allergic Sensitization and Diseases in Armenian Children” study has been conducted to assess the prevailing sensitizations to inhalant allergens of Armenia using the standardized panel and method of PEP study (Pan-European standard Skin prick test study) conducted by Global Allergy and Asthma European Network (GA2LEN).
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