Anisakis simplex (nematode)

Agent Name
Anisakis simplex (nematode)
Major Category
Biological Agents
Category
Animal-Derived Allergens
Comments
Occupational asthma in a chicken breeder and a fish monger was confirmed by bronchoprovocation testing. [Malo] Can cause contact urticaria; [Kanerva, p. 100]
Biomedical References

Adverse Effects

Asthma
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: