Blackpool blood tests

[pjc]

Did anybody else have blood taken at Blackpool and what were your results?

[carlsberg]

i had mine done it was 1

[Guest stb-]

i had mine done it was 1

 

whots one mean :o

[carlsberg]

i have no allergy to pigeons

[pjc]

mine was 14 (low sensitisation to pigeons)

[p charlton]

mine was over a 100 in sept and i never had any birds at the time

[Guest stb-]

mine was over a 100 in sept and i never had any birds at the time

 

thats coz yabird brained anyway  ;D ;D ;D ;D

[pjc]

its a shame it doesn't tell you what the scale is or means.

[p charlton]

lol i walked into that it was 70 for budgies lol

[p charlton]

its leavals of antibodies in the blood

[dwh]

 

thats coz yabird brained anyway  ;D ;D ;D ;D

 

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[pjc]

 

 

The blood tests that we conduct give the level of circulating antibody to pigeon protein. This indicates the fanciers sensitivity to the birds in mcg/ml.

 

0 to 5: No sensitisation

Any symptoms are unrelated to pigeon lung.

 

6 to 20: Mild

At this level, some people can develop mild symptoms. It is important to use a mask if there are chest difficulties, particularly when cleaning out the loft. This will usually control any pigeon lung problems.

 

21 to 50: Moderate

At this level of antibody, symptoms of pigeon lung often occur. They can be mild or moderate in severity and it is advisable to wear a mask when with the pigeons and always when cleaning out.

 

51 to 100: High

Symptoms of pigeon lung usually occur and can be severe. It is most important to take proper precautions when with the pigeons. Mask, cap and coat should used routinely and the level of contact with the birds should be reduced.

 

0ver 100: Very high

Most people at this level, have problems with pigeon lung. A mask is mandatory and a cap with coat should also be routine. Contact with birds must also be reduced. If symptoms are present, drug treatment might also be needed to control the problem.

[Guest strapper]

i think ashma can make matters worst.

 

never had my blood tested but i dont get affected with it...at least i dont think i do

[pjc]

i only get effected after a major clean in the hot weather, wheeze a bit.

[pigeonpete]

i only get effected after a major clean in the hot weather, wheeze a bit.

 

Is that when you have your annual bath then phil??  

[pjc]

 

Is that when you have your annual bath then phil??  

 

got to make saveings somewhere  

[spurs]

had mine taking came back no blood only guinnes  ;D ;D ;D