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Abstract:
The variation of atmospheic fungal flora of Ankara were studied. Beside this the fungal floras of indoor and outdoor air were compared. In outdoor air Penicillium was detected most, followed by Cladosporium, Alternaria, Helminthosporium, Aspergillus, Rhizopus and Mucor. In the indoor air the same fungi were detected. However, Penicillium and Aspergillus were found more compared with outdoor findings. Since in many parts of Ankara (Yenişehir, Cebeci, Küçükesat, Bahçelievler, Aydinlikevler), different fungi are found in indoor and outdoor air and many of them are the etiologic agents of allegic diseases, doctors have to make fungal cultures from the indoor and outdoor air of living and working buildings in order to find the source of allergic diseases.
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Atmospheric fungal flora in Ankara showed variations between indoor and outdoor air. Higher levels of Penicillium and Aspergillus were found indoors, suggesting a need for fungal cultures to identify allergy sources.
Area of Science:
- Environmental microbiology
- Aerobiology
- Mycology
Context:
- Fungal spores are significant indoor and outdoor air pollutants.
- Allergic diseases are often triggered by airborne fungal allergens.
- Understanding fungal distribution is crucial for public health in urban environments.
Purpose:
- To investigate the atmospheric fungal flora in Ankara.
- To compare indoor and outdoor fungal populations.
- To identify potential sources of allergic respiratory diseases.
Summary:
- Outdoor air in Ankara was dominated by Penicillium, followed by Cladosporium, Alternaria, Helminthosporium, Aspergillus, Rhizopus, and Mucor.
- Indoor air contained similar fungi, but with higher concentrations of Penicillium and Aspergillus.
- Significant differences in fungal presence were noted between indoor and outdoor environments across various Ankara districts.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of differentiating indoor and outdoor fungal exposures.
- Informs medical professionals about the necessity of fungal cultures for diagnosing allergic conditions.
- Provides data for public health initiatives aimed at mitigating airborne fungal allergens in urban settings.