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Introduction Pichia kudriavzevii, formerly known as Candida krusei, is a unique budding yeast that holds a dual status as both a critical industrial organism and an emerging opportunistic pathogen. Taxonomy: It is the teleomorph (sexual state) of Candida krusei. It has also been historically known as Issatchenkia orientalis. …
Introduction Mycobacterium fortuitum is a rapidly growing, nontuberculous mycobacterium (NTM). It is found ubiquitously in the environment, primarily associated with skin, soft tissue, and post-surgical wound infections. As an opportunistic pathogen that is known for its ability to grow within 7 days, it often causes infections …
Introduction Acinetobacter ursingii is a Gram-negative, non-fermentative, opportunistic bacterium belonging to the genus Acinetobacter. It is an uncommon species compared to Acinetobacter baumannii, but it has been increasingly recognized in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Reported cases include bacteremia, septicemia, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and bloodstream infections, …
Introduction The genus Candida comprises a diverse group of opportunistic yeasts frequently isolated from human clinical specimens. Among them, Candida albicans remains the most common cause of infections; however, non-albicans Candida species, such as C. tropicalis, C. glabrata, and C. krusei, are increasingly recognized as important pathogens in immunocompromised patients, …
Introduction of Candida auris Screening in a Simple Setup Candida auris Screening in a Simple Setup is possible to presumptively identify Candida auris in a simple laboratory setup, though definitive identification typically requires advanced methods. In resource-limited or basic clinical microbiology labs, we can still …
Introduction Acinetobacter baumannii is a Gram-negative, non-fermenting, aerobic coccobacillus. It is an opportunistic pathogen increasingly associated with nosocomial infections, particularly in critically ill or immunocompromised patients. Notorious for its antibiotic resistance, it has become a major global health concern, particularly in ICU settings. Morphology Pathogenicity …
Introduction of Klebsiella ozaenae Klebsiella pneumoniae subspecies ozaenae (Klebsiella ozaenae) is a Gram-negative bacterium (GNB), primarily associated with atrophic rhinitis (ozena), a chronic condition of the nasal cavity characterized by tissue thinning and unpleasant odor. It is also known as a normal inhabitant of the oral and …
Introduction Pseudomonas fluorescens inhabits diverse environments and thrives in soil and water. Moreover, it plays a significant role in nutrient cycling. The bacterium exists in numerous ecological niches and adapts quickly to changes. Furthermore, researchers study it for its beneficial and harmful properties. It interacts …