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Food Allergy: Adverse Reactions to Foods and Food Additives
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Food Allergy: Adverse Reactions to Foods and Food Additives | Hardcover

by Dean D. Metcalfe (Editor), Hugh A. Sampson (Editor), Ronald A. Simon (Editor)

List Price: $269.95  
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Binding:  Hardcover
Publisher:  Wiley-Blackwell
Edition:  4th Edition
Page Count:  632 Pages
Publication Date:  March 21, 2008
Sales Rank:  1,018,965st


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Applying a scientific approach this unique book covers both pediatric and adult adverse reactions to foods and food additives. Following the successful formula of the previous editions, Food Allergy has established itself asthe comprehensive reference for those treating patients with food allergy or suspected allergy. The book has been thoroughly revised and updated presenting new chapters devoted to food biotechnology and genetic engineering, seafood toxins, future approaches to therapy and hidden food allergens.Food Allergy, fourth edition, is divided into five sections featuring key concept boxes for each chapter. Displayed in a logical manner the book is a practical, readable reference for use in the hospital or private practice setting.

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