Isolation of histoplasma capsulatum from the air in the Aguas Buenas Caves,Aguas Buenas,Puerto Rico |
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Authors: | Juan R Carvajal Zamora |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Natural Resources, Puerta de Tierra, Box 5887, San Juan, Puerto Rico |
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Abstract: | White mice were used to isolate H. capsulatum from the air in the Aguas Buenas Caves, Puerto Rico. Based on the infection of mice, the ten test sites yielded positive results for the presence of the fungus. Air currents through this cave are believed to be the most important factor responsible for the even distribution of H. capsulatum. Cultural differences concerning spore concentrations were observed. Age and sex of the exposed mice do not seen to play a role in acquiring histoplasmosis. |
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