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House dust mite (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This mite feeds on dead human skin cells commonly found
House dust mite (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This mite feeds on dead human skin cells commonly found in dust in homes. It is a common cause of asthma and allergies.
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