The initial purpose of this study is to determine whether individuals claiming to be allergic to aspartame do indeed have a valid allergic response to aspartame or its conversion products. If a true allergy can be demonstrated, the relevant clinical parameters of these individuals will be described.

Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
Budget End
Support Year
2
Fiscal Year
1991
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Washington University
Department
Type
DUNS #
062761671
City
Saint Louis
State
MO
Country
United States
Zip Code
63130
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