trimellitic anhydride (TMA) flu

trimellitic anhydride (TMA) flu
influenzalike symptoms in workers inhaling excessive amounts of trimellitic anhydride fumes. See also trimellitic anhydride pneumonitis.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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  • trimellitic anhydride — (TMA) a low molecular weight reactive chemical used in the manufacture of plastics, epoxy resin, coatings, and paints; inhalation of its dust or fumes produces a variety of respiratory symptoms. See under flu and pneumonitis …   Medical dictionary

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