As much as 8% of adults in the U.S. suffer from pollen allergies, but what exactly is a pollen count? Pollen count is an index of the amount of pollen in the air at a certain time. Learn more about pollen count with these top four common FAQs: www.thermofisher.com/allergy/....
How is pollen count measured? Pollen counts are measured using a rotorod. The amount of pollen found on these rods is measured every 24 hours. The pollen levels are typically recorded as low, medium, and high.
How can you check the pollen count? There are tools out there to help you consistently monitor pollen levels. One of them is pollen.com.
When are pollen levels highest? Pollen counts vary based on location, season, and weather conditions. Pollen levels are usually the highest in the morning between 5am and 10am. High pollen counts are between 9.7 and 12.
What can you do about high pollen count? After all, there is nothing that can be done to stop plants from pollinating, but there are ways to minimize your exposure and mitigate symptoms. One of those ways is monitoring the pollen level daily. By monitoring the pollen level, you can make informed decisions about your daily activities to better avoid triggers.
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