Analysis of Mycotoxins and Cytotoxicity of Airborne Molds Isolated from the Zoological Garden—Screening Research

Kinga Plewa-Tutaj; Magdalena Twarużek; Robert Kosicki; Ewelina Soszczyńska

doi:10.3390/pathogens13040294

Analysis of Mycotoxins and Cytotoxicity of Airborne Molds Isolated from the Zoological Garden—Screening Research

Kinga Plewa-Tutaj, Magdalena Twarużek, Robert Kosicki +1 more2024PathogensJournal Article

10.3390/pathogens13040294 PubMed Free full text

Respiratory/Sinus

Indoor Mold (Stachybotrys, Aspergillus, etc.)Mycotoxins

Abstract

Analytical methods for assessing the presence of mycotoxins in fungal isolates collected directly from the air have proven to be an effective tool. Our research provides new information on the occurrence of potentially toxin-producing molds within a zoo.

Part of Mold & water-damaged buildings research, Mycotoxins research · Curated by Lauren Lowenstein, The Biotoxin Lady