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 [...]