Isolated neutrophils were incubated together with hyphae in the presence of the blue DNA dye Hoechst in a laboratory made incubation chamber and analysed by live cell microscopy. The movie shows how a number of free neutrophils associate with a small hyphal fragment and transport it to an area, where a larger hypha is already associated with many other neutrophils. Similar phenomena can be observed in acute lung slices. Real time is given at the bottom of the movie.
Reference: Production of Extracellular Traps against Aspergillus fumigatus In Vitro and in Infected Lung Tissue Is Dependent on Invading Neutrophils and Influenced by Hydrophobin RodA. Bruns et. al. PLoS Pathog. 2010 Apr 29;6(4):e1000873.
http://www.plospathogens.org/article/…
Medical and Patient education videos
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An interesting description of how a skin prick test is carried out with the intention of finding out which substances a patient is allergic to. Amongst other substances Aspergillus is tested for in this video.
This type of test is quick and easy to carry out and can be useful when screening a large number of allergens. More detailed description
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The CF Discovery SeriesTM is an informative and engaging program designed to educate and uplift those with cystic fibrosis. Through interactive presentations with experts in the field, those living with cystic fibrosis gain information in a setting which encourages camaraderie and community. You can attend these events in person. Guests attending in person must follow CFRI’s Infection Control Policy, found here.
