Genus
Fusarium
Common soil fungus and mycotoxin producer; affects circulatory, alimentary, skin and nervous systems.
Definition & Characteristics
Fusarium sp. is a common soil fungus that is found on a wide variety of plants. Several species produce potent trichothecene toxins, which target the circulatory, alimentary, skin and nervous systems. Symptoms may occur from ingestion of contaminated grains or through inhalation of spores. It is often-found as a contaminant of humidifiers. They are reported to be allergenic. It is the most common cause of mycotic keratitis. Frequently involved in eye, skin and nail infections as well as infections in burn patients and other immunocompromised patients.
Source: Information presented here is excerpted from public-domain mycological sources and is furnished as a courtesy at the genus level. Qualified health professionals should be consulted for related health effects.
Baxter, D.M. "Airborne Mold Spore Concentrations in Commercial & Residential Buildings". Environmental Testing Associates, San Diego, CA, 1995.
Approved by Adam Jahnsen, Lab Director, AdamLabs, Inc.