The species is primarily a soil fungus but has been found elsewhere such as in horse manure, plant remains, grains, vegetables and nuts. It is often seen on soft fruit, fruit juice and marmalade. Mucor is also the dominating mold found in floor dust in houses and is considered an indoor mold. Anecdotal evidence suggests that M. racemosus is a common and important mould allergen that induces sensitisation and symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis in sensitised individuals. M. racemosus has also been associated with causation of extrinsic allergic alveolitis. Mucor racemosus is primarily a soil fungus, but has been found elsewhere, like horse manure, plant remains, grains, vegetables and nuts. In the tropics it is found at the higher altitudes. It is often seen on soft fruit, fruit juice and marmalade. Traditional allergy tests utilize the Skin Prick method (also known as a Puncture or Scratch test) to determine whether an allergic reaction will occur by inserting possible triggers into your skin using a needle prick. If you are allergic to the substance, you are forced to suffer through your body's reaction to the allergen. Mucor Racemosus fungus is a soil fungus and can also be found in horse manure, grains, vegetables, and remains of plants. In the tropic regions the Mucor Racemosus is found at the higher altitudes. Allergy to Mucor Racemosus affects the immune system of an immunologically strong human. People suffering from asthma show higher sensitivity to the Mucor Racemosus. People having a weaker immune system show higher susceptibility towards the Mucor Racemosus allergy.
No special preparation is needed for Allergy Mucor Racemosus Fungus Enzyme Assay Skin. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Allergy Mucor Racemosus Fungus Enzyme Assay Skin. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Gender | Age groups | Value |
UNISEX | All age groups | A wheal and flare reaction of atleast 3mm indicates that the patient is allergic to the substance |