Fungal Serology-Introduction, List of Tests, Application, and Keynotes

Fungal Serology-Introduction, List of Tests, Application, and Keynotes

Introduction Fungal serology detects antibodies and antigens from fungal pathogens in blood samples. Moreover, it identifies immune responses to various mycoses. Additionally, clinicians use these tests for diagnosing invasive fungal infections. Furthermore, serology supplements culture and microscopic techniques. Consequently, it plays a vital role in …

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Fungal Typing, Sequencing, and AFLP in Clinical Mycology Lab-Introduction, Purpose, Method, Application, and Conclusion

Various Candida species growth on Chromagar-Candida albicans, Candida krusie, Candida tropicalis, and Candida glabrata

Introduction to Advanced Molecular Techniques in Clinical Mycology Clinical mycology laboratories play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing fungal infections. Traditional methods like culture and microscopy are often complemented by advanced molecular techniques to improve the accuracy and speed of fungal identification. Among these …

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Candida parapsilosis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Candida parapsilosis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Candida parapsilosis is a species of yeast or fungus that is commonly found in the environment and can also be a commensal organism in the human body. It is a member of the Candida genus, which includes several species of yeast that can cause …

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Fonsecaea: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Fonsecaea: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Fonsecaea is a genus of fungi commonly associated with human and animal infections. It belongs to the class Eurotiomycetes and the order Chaetothyriales. The most clinically relevant species within this genus is Fonsecaea pedrosoi, which is known to cause chromoblastomycosis, a chronic and localized …

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Penicillium marneffei: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Conidia, conidiophore, phialide,and metullae of Penicillium marneffei in LPCB tease mount of culture microscopy at a magnification of 400X

Introduction Penicillium marneffei is a thermally dimorphic fungus and a significant human pathogen, causing a rare but severe disease called penicilliosis marneffei. It is classified under the phylum Ascomycota and the family Talaromycetaceae. The fungus was first discovered and described by a French physician, Captain …

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Cryptococcus neoformans: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Abundant Yeast cells with occasional hyphae of Cryptococcus neoformans in India ink preparation of culture microscopy

Introduction Cryptococcus neoformans is a pathogenic fungus and one of the leading causes of fungal infections in humans. It belongs to the genus Cryptococcus, which includes several species, but C. neoformans is the most clinically significant one. This fungus primarily affects immunocompromised individuals, such as …

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Syncephalastrum: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Syncephalastrum is a genus of fungi belonging to the order Mucorales. It is characterized by its unique morphology and life cycle, which differentiates it from other fungal groups. Syncephalastrum species are commonly found in soil and decaying organic matter, where they play essential roles …

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Fusarium solani: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Macroconidia and conidiophores of Fusarium solani in LPCB tease mount of culture

Introduction Fusarium solani is a filamentous fungus belonging to the genus Fusarium. It is commonly found in the soil and is recognized as one of the most versatile and widespread species within the Fusarium genus. This fungus is known for its ecological importance, as it …

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