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Table 1 Evaluation of mould in 63-μm house dust fraction; modified one-step assessment model

From: Concentration of the genera Aspergillus, Eurotium and Penicillium in 63-μm house dust fraction as a method to predict hidden moisture damage in homes

Corresponding total count without yeast (cfu/g)

Concentration limit, indicator genus

 

Aspergillus + Eurotium spp.

(cfu/g) or proportion (%)

Penicillium spp.

(cfu/g) or proportion (%)

0 – 500,000

≥ 200,000 cfu/g

≥ 300,000 cfu/g

500,000 – 2,000,000

≥ 20%

≥ 20%

> 2,000,000

≥ 420,000 cfu/g

≥ 450,000 cfu/g