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. 1998 Jan;53(1):33–38. doi: 10.1136/thx.53.1.33

Distribution, aerodynamic characteristics, and removal of the major cat allergen Fel d 1 in British homes

A Custovic, A Simpson, H Pahdi, R M Green, M D Chapman, A Woodcock
PMCID: PMC1758692  PMID: 9577519

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