Pollen Count

Laser particle counts are the number of particles per cubic foot divided into 6 different size ranges. A laser beam literally counts the number of such particles as they are sucked past a detector. There is evidence that increased numbers of particles, particularly in the smaller ranges, are associated with heart diseases. That is why we measure it.

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Contact Us

Phone: (816) 960-8885
Fax: (816) 960-8888
Pollen Line: (816) 346-1331

Tuesday's Comments

Today both pollen and spore counts are in low level with hot and humid weather. We are having different types of basidiospore in the air lately. The vast majority of basidiospores we see are mushroom spores. It is not common in our area to have more basidiospores than ascosores in the air. Ascospores appear before and after rainfall. But basidiospores are associated with rainfall over the past few weeks. Since we have had regular rain for the past month conditions are perfect for mushrooms. With moderate Ozone alert (Yellow) issued by MARC SkyCast throughout KC Metro area today persons with respiratory difficulties should consider restricting their outdoor activities

Summary

Location Pollen (m3) Mold (m3)
Downtown 16 (Moderate) 4131 (Low)
 

Laser Particle Counts

Size Count (ft3)
0.3-0.5uM 1213154
0.5-1.0uM 261262
1 - 5uM 25943
5-10uM 1672
10-25uM 274
>25uM 0

Top 5 Pollens

Pollen Count Percent
Pollen , Other 4 28.57%
Grass 4 28.57%
Plantain 2 14.29%
Other Weed Pollen 2 14.29%
Other Tree Pollen and Pine 2 14.29%
 

Top 5 Molds

Mold Count Percent
Cladosporium 1964 47.54%
Basidiospores 1069 25.88%
Ascospores 404 9.78%
Alternaria 231 5.59%
Smuts and Other Spore 463 11.21%
Disclosure
Pollen and mold counts are collected at Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics Hospital Hill location using a Hirst spore trap manufactured by Burkard Limited. Results are expressed as the mean value of the particles per cubic meter and represent an integrated 24 hour collection. These results may be published for media purposes provided the Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics logo is used to acknowledge the source. Written authorization must be provided for commercial use of the results. For a recorded count, call (816) 346–1331.