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S M Hasnain, J D Wilson, F J Newhook

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    Basidiospores from fungi may cause allergic reactions. Up to 22% of tested patients showed positive reactions, suggesting these spores are a potential cause of respiratory allergies in the Auckland region.

    Area of Science:

    • Mycology
    • Immunology
    • Allergology

    Background:

    • Respiratory allergies are prevalent in the Auckland region.
    • The role of fungal spores, specifically basidiospores, as allergens is not fully understood.
    • Basidiomycetous fungi are widespread in natural environments.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the allergenic potential of basidiospores from various fungi.
    • To determine if these fungal extracts can elicit allergic reactions in sensitized patients.
    • To explore a potential link between basidiospores and respiratory allergies in Auckland.

    Main Methods:

    • Collected fruiting bodies of basidiomycetous fungi over 15 months.
    • Prepared 67 standardized antigenic extracts from fungal spores and tissues.

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  • Conducted skin prick tests on allergic patients using individual or mixed fungal extracts.

    • Main Results:

    • Up to 22% of patients exhibited positive skin prick test reactions.
    • These positive reactions suggest possible IgE-mediated allergic responses.
    • The allergenic potential of many tested fungal genera and species was previously unreported.

    Conclusions:

    • Basidiospores demonstrate significant allergenic potency.
    • These spores may be a major contributing factor to respiratory allergy incidence in Auckland.
    • Further research is warranted to confirm the role of basidiospores in regional allergies.