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Molds-Broth Microdilution Testing (EUCAST): Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Invasive mold infections caused by species such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, Scedosporium, and Mucorales pose serious challenges, especially in immunocompromised…

8 months ago

Direct Microscopy-KOH Smear: Introduction, Uses, and Keynotes

Introduction Direct microscopic examination is one of the most rapid and inexpensive diagnostic methods for detecting fungal elements in clinical…

9 months ago

Candida-Antigen Testing: Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Candidemia and invasive Candida infections are among the most common fungal diseases in hospitalized and immunocompromised patients. Traditional diagnosis…

9 months ago

Histoplasma-Antigen Testing: Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Histoplasma capsulatum is a dimorphic fungus responsible for histoplasmosis, an endemic mycosis prevalent in parts of North and Central…

9 months ago

Molds E-Test: Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Mold infections caused by species such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, Scedosporium, and Mucorales are increasingly common, especially in immunocompromised and…

9 months ago

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

Introduction Yeast infections, particularly those caused by Candida, Cryptococcus, and other opportunistic yeasts, are significant in immunocompromised and oncology patients.…

9 months ago

Comparison: Multiplex PCR vs Blood Culture vs Biomarker Tests (β-D-Glucan / CrAg)B

Introduction of Comparison: Multiplex PCR vs Blood Culture vs Biomarker Tests Fig. Multiplex PCR Setup The diagnosis of invasive fungal…

9 months ago

Yeasts-Broth Microdilution Testing (CLSI): Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Yeast infections, particularly those caused by Candida and Cryptococcus species, are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, especially…

9 months ago