MALDI-TOF MS

Alcaligenes faecalis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Alcaligenes faecalis is a Gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium primarily found in water and soil, but also as a commensal…

2 weeks ago

Pichia kudriavzevii-Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Pichia kudriavzevii, formerly known as Candida krusei, is a unique budding yeast that holds a dual status as both a…

1 month ago

Lactococcus garvieae: Introduction, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Lactococcus garvieae is a Gram-positive, catalase-negative, non-spore-forming coccus, typically arranged in pairs or short chains. It belongs to the…

4 months ago

Yeast Identification by MALDI-TOF (VITEK): Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Yeasts, especially Candida species, are among the most important causes of opportunistic fungal infections in humans. Accurate and rapid…

9 months ago

Acinetobacter ursingii: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynote

Introduction Acinetobacter ursingii is a Gram-negative, non-fermentative, opportunistic bacterium belonging to the genus Acinetobacter. It is an uncommon species compared…

9 months ago

Mold Identification by MALDI-TOF (BRUKER)-Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Accurate and timely identification of molds is essential for clinical microbiology, especially in cases of invasive fungal infections caused…

9 months ago

Fungal Identification by Artificial Intelligence (AI): Introduction, Working Mechanisms, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Fig. Candida colony morphology on Sabouraud dextrose agar (SDA) Fungal infections represent a growing concern in both immunocompromised and…

9 months ago

Penicillium vs Paecilomyces: Introduction, Detailed Comparison, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction of Penicillium vs Paecilomyces Penicillium is a ubiquitous, saprophytic mold found in soil, air, and decaying organic matter. Known…

10 months ago