Species and quantity of airborne pollens in Shanghai as monitored by gravitational and volumetric methods

Conclusions: Two methods were used simultaneously for the first time to monitor pollen counts in central urban Shanghai, showing two annual peaks. Broussonetia and Humulus were the predominant spring and autumn pollens,respectively. Pollen counts obtained by both methods were clearly correlated. Regional airborne pollen monitoring offers preventive measures for sensitized individuals and provides useful clinical information.
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Allergy and Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research