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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.

Friday, August 18, 2017

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Friday's Comments

If anyone has noticed that they have a few more sniffles today the pollen and spore level is probably to blame. We have high levels today in both aeroallergen pollen and fungal spores. Our local ragweed took advantage of the beautiful conditions yesterday and released pollen abundantly. The high humidity along with the recent rainfall also portends great conditions for fungal spore germination so those organisms are filling the air with spores. Fortunately the clouds and cooler temperatures are keeping the ozone in check. Otherwise today would have a triple whammy for respiratory difficulties.

Summary

Location	Pollen (m3)	Mold (m3)
Downtown	74 (High)	28455 (High)

Laser Particle Counts

Size	Count (ft3)
0.3-0.5uM	1866985
0.5-1.0uM	240211
1 - 5uM	23475
5-10uM	1816
10-25uM	197
>25uM	7

Top 5 Pollens

Pollen	Count	Percent
Chenopod	27	36.49%
Ragweed	14	18.92%
Pollen, Other	10	13.51%
Other Weed Pollen	4	5.41%
Nettle, Grass, Sage and Plantain	19	25.68%

Top 5 Molds

Mold	Count	Percent
Ascospores	13231	46.5%
Cladosporium	12711	44.67%
Basidiospores	1993	7%
Stemphyllium	29	0.1%
Smuts and other mold	491	1.73%

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.