Table 1 Biometric characteristics (mean ± SD) of control individuals and patients with work-related asthma
| Control (n = 31) | Work-related asthma (n = 31) | p | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 51.0 ± 12.8 | 51.1 ± 12.9 | ns |
| Body mass (kg) | 70.5 ± 11.0 | 78.6 ± 14.8 | p < 0.05 |
| Height (cm) | 163.3 ± 7.2 | 164.2 ± 7.1 | ns |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 25.9 ± 4.1 | 28.5 ± 6.3 | p < 0.05 |
| Gender (M/F) | 14/17 | 14/17 | – |