Rhinovirus 16 (RV16) Induces Airway Hyperresponsiveness (AHR) and Differential Mediator Release in Human lung slices ex vivo

Given that RV16 enhances airway responsiveness without infection, novel therapeutic targets for virus-induced asthma exacerbations may focus not only on prevention of infection, but also on the physiological effects of early viral exposure.

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Published in:	Journal of allergy and clinical immunology 2011-02, Vol.127 (2), p.AB55-AB55
Main Authors:	Koziol-White, C.J, Cooper, P.R, Lee, W, Gern, J.E, Haczku, A, Panettieri, R.A
Format:	Article
Language:	eng
Subjects:	Allergy and Immunology Asthma Infections Medical research Viral infections
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Summary:	Given that RV16 enhances airway responsiveness without infection, novel therapeutic targets for virus-induced asthma exacerbations may focus not only on prevention of infection, but also on the physiological effects of early viral exposure.
ISSN:	0091-6749 1097-6825