Journal article
Inactivation of Dust Mites, Dust Mite Allergen, and Mold from Carpet
Abstract
Carpet is known to be a reservoir for biological contaminants, such as dust mites, dust mite allergen, and mold, if it is not kept clean. The accumulation of these contaminants in carpet might trigger allergies or asthma symptoms in both children and adults. The purpose of this study is to compare methods for removal of dust mites, dust mite allergens, and mold from carpet. Carpets were artificially worn to simulate 1 to 2 years of wear in a …
Authors
Ong K-H; Lewis RD; Dixit A; MacDonald M; Yang M; Qian Z
Journal
Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, Vol. 11, No. 8, pp. 519–527
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
August 3, 2014
DOI
10.1080/15459624.2014.880787
ISSN
1545-9624