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Latex proteins can bind to glove powder and become airborne. Latex glove powder carries the latex protein into the air when gloves are donned or removed, exposing the respiratory system and increasing the potential for sensitization. | Latex proteins can bind to glove powder and become airborne. Latex glove powder carries the latex protein into the air when gloves are donned or removed, exposing the respiratory system and increasing the potential for sensitization. | ||
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===Risk Groups=== | ===Risk Groups=== | ||
*People with the following disorders are high risk groups for latex allergy: | *People with the following disorders are high risk groups for latex allergy: | ||