Introduction Pichia kudriavzevii, formerly known as Candida krusei, is a unique budding yeast that holds a dual status as both a…
Evaluate the Clinical Context Symptoms & signs: Fig. Sputum for fungal culture Fig. Aspergillus niger colony characteristics on Sabouraud Dextrose…
Introduction Common invasive fungal pathogens that frequently affect cancer patients, especially those who are immunocompromised due to chemotherapy, hematologic malignancies,…
Introduction of Cryptococcal Antigen (CrAg) Testing Cryptococcal antigen (CrAg) testing detects the presence of antigens produced by the Cryptococcus fungus in…
Introduction Prototheca is an achlorophyllic algae that infects humans and animals. It lacks chlorophyll and cannot perform photosynthesis. Moreover, it…
Introduction of Paecilomyes marquandii Paecilomyces marquandii is a saprophytic fungus found in soil and decaying matter. Moreover, it sometimes acts…
Introduction Penicillium cheresanum is a species of mold belonging to the genus Penicillium, commonly found in soil and decaying organic…
Introduction Enterococcus avium is a Gram-positive bacterium commonly found in birds. However, it can also inhabit the gastrointestinal tracts of…