Extrinsic allergic alveolitis after exposure to the yeast Rhodotorula rubra
- 1 May 1993
- Vol. 48 (4) , 298-299
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1398-9995.1993.tb00734.x
Abstract
A case of extrinsic allergic alveolitis following exposure to the red yeast Rhodotorula rubra is reported--to our knowledge, for the first time. Extensive growth of the yeast in the patient's environment was demonstrated, explaining an elevated titer of Rhodotorula-specific precipitating antibodies in his serum. A bronchial provocation test confirmed the diagnosis.Keywords
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