Acremonium
Acremonium is a genus of filamentous fungi belonging to the family Hypocreaceae. Acremonium species occur naturally in the environment in areas with lots of moisture and places containing decaying organic matter, as well as in indoor environments with excessive moisture from things like water damage. Acremonium colonies grow slowly and turn from moist to powdery as they age. Colonies may appear white, gray, or pinkish in color. Acremonium species have been detected in groundwater, surface water, and treated drinking water. Certain fungi may collect and proliferate in biofilms throughout drinking water distribution systems, though there is limited evidence regarding Acremonium species in biofilms.
Health Guideline Level (HGL)
0 ppb
Maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest science
Health Effects
Most healthy people are resistant to Acremonium species infections, so health effects primarily occur in high-risk, immunocompromised individuals. Certain Acremonium species are opportunistic pathogens that may cause infections such as mycetoma in immunocompromised individuals.
Common Sources
- naturally present in the environment
How to Remove It
Water filters certified under the following NSF standards are effective at removing Acremonium:
Filter recommendations for this contaminant are being updated.
Health Guideline Level
The HGL represents the maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest scientific research. It's often more protective than federal legal limits.
Contaminant Type
Acremonium is classified as a Fungi contaminant.
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