Air filters and air cleaners: rostrum by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Indoor Allergen Committee

J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2010 Jan;125(1):32-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2009.08.036. Epub 2009 Nov 11.

Abstract

The allergist is generally recognized as possessing the greatest expertise in relating airborne contaminants to respiratory health, both atopic and nonatopic. Consequently, allergists are most often asked for their professional opinions regarding the appropriate use of air-cleaning equipment. This rostrum serves as a resource for the allergist and other health care professionals seeking a better understanding of air filtration.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air Pollution, Indoor* / adverse effects
  • Air Pollution, Indoor* / prevention & control
  • Allergens / adverse effects*
  • Animals
  • Asthma / prevention & control
  • Environmental Exposure
  • Filtration* / methods
  • Filtration* / standards
  • Humans
  • Particulate Matter / adverse effects
  • Respiration Disorders / prevention & control*

Substances

  • Allergens
  • Particulate Matter