Fungal xylanase

Agent Name
Fungal xylanase
Major Category
Biological Agents
Category
Enzymes
Sources/Uses
Bakers add fungal enzymes to improve dough quality and shelf life. Enzymes added include alpha-amylase, cellulase, and hemicellulase (especially xylanase). [Elms J, et al. Prevalence of sensitisation to cellulase aand xylanase in bakery workers. Occup Environ Med 2003;60:802-804]
Comments
Tarvainen K, et al. "Allergy from cellulase and xylanase enzymes" Clin Exp Allergy 1991 Sep;21(5):609-615.
Biomedical References

Adverse Effects

Asthma
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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