Publications by authors named "Sherry Bai-Tong"
Breastfeed Med
November 2022
Article Synopsis
- There is limited research on the allergen content in milk feeds for preterm infants, highlighting a gap in understanding their potential impact on allergies.
- Initial tests were conducted using mass spectrometry on human milk samples, revealing a significant presence of nonhuman proteins from various species, including potential allergens.
- The study suggests that the composition of milk feeds could influence the risk of developing atopic diseases in preterm infants, prompting further investigation into the role of allergens and proteases in their immune response.
