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genetically modified organism
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ge·net·i·cal·ly modified organism (j-nt-k-l)
n. Abbr. GMO
An organism whose genetic characteristics have been altered by the insertion of a modified gene or a gene from another organism using the techniques of genetic engineering.


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The unknown allergy-causing potential of GMO foods is one reason the Center for Food Safety (CFS), a nonprofit that works on public health and environmental issues, has been petitioning the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since 2000 for pre-market testing of GMO food for allergens.
Ah-tchoo! Do genetically modified foods cause allergies? by Vartan, Starre / E
There are documented reports of allergenic reactions to GMO foods.
Trespass by Cummings, Claire Hope / World Watch
What is the true value and role of an assessment of new proteins in GMO foods in terms of similarity to known allergens?
Introduction: what are the issues in addressing the allergenic ... by Metcalfe, Dean D. / Environmental Health Perspectives
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