Mold Fungi Mix No.1 (Alternaria alternata, Aspergillus fumigatus, Cladosporium herbarum, Penicillium chrysogenum)(mx1)

Alternaria alternata – a common mold that causes allergic reactions in the upper and lower respiratory tracts, including asthma and allergic rhinosinusitis. The main allergenic component Alt a1 is a marker of true sensitization.

Aspergillus fumigatus – a cause of allergic fungal respiratory diseases such as allergic fungal rhinosinusitis, severe asthma with fungal sensitization, and allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis.

Cladosporium herbarum – one of the most common airborne fungi, causing allergic rhinitis, asthma, and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. The main allergenic component Cla h8 is associated with sensitization in susceptible individuals.

Penicillium chrysogenum – a common fungus in damp indoor environments, which can cause allergic rhinitis, asthma, and bronchopulmonary mycosis. The major molecular allergens Pen ch13 and Pen ch18 show cross-reactivity with other mold fungi.

• Diagnosis of allergic reactions to mold fungi.
• Assessment of sensitization level and allergy risk.
• Monitoring reduction of sensitization after allergen avoidance and therapy.
• Evaluation of immune system status.

FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay) – a fluorescent enzyme immunoassay that allows quantitative determination of sensitization levels to a mixture of allergens.

• Blood should be drawn in the morning on an empty stomach or 4 hours after eating.
• Drinking plain still water is allowed.
• Do not smoke for 30 minutes before the test.
• For children under 1 year – no food 30-40 minutes before the test; for children 1-5 years – 2-3 hours fasting.