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Laboratory Diagnosis of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

In this article we will discuss about the laboratory diagnosis of various sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The various sexually transmitted diseases whose diagnosis has been discussed are: 1. Urethritis 2. Genital Ulcers 3. Vaginal Discharge. Sexually Transmitted Disease # 1. Urethritis: Causative agents of urethritis are listed in Table 16.1: Laboratory diagnosis: Specimen: Urethral, vaginal, cervical, and anal exudates are [...]

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Fungal Infections: Classification and Laboratory Diagnosis

In this article we will discuss about the Classification and Laboratory Diagnosis of Fungal Infections. Classification of Fungal Infections: A. Superficial Mycoses: Dermatophytosis caused by: Trichophyton, Epidermophyton and Microsporum species. Pityriasis versicolor: Malassezia furfur. White piedra: Trichosporon beigelii. Black piedra: Piedraia hortaie. Tinea nigra: Exophiala werneckii. Candidiasis: Candida albicans and other species of Candida. The specimens from this group include [...]

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Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infection

In this article we will discuss about the Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infection. Introduction: The choice of materials and methods for laboratory confirmation of viral infection depends on the stage of illness (Table 13.1). The following methods are commonly employed: (a) Microscopy: Cytopathic effect, inclusion bodies. (b) Culture and isolation: Laboratory animals, chick embryo, tissue culture, cell culture. (c) Serology: [...]

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