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Dermatophytosis is conventionally diagnosed using direct microscopic examination, gold standard culturing, and other identification techniques as microcultures and biochemical tests. This is a long, time-consuming process, requiring experts and specific diagnostic protocol [6].
9 Ιουν 2021 · A recent immunochromatographic test using monoclonal antibodies showed promising results for detection of dermatophytes on alcohol- and formalin-fixed samples, but it is restricted to the Trichophyton genus .
This test has been evaluated for the detection of dermatophytes from the skin specimen and has shown the sensitivity of 62% with high negative predictive value of 92%. However, the main disadvantage of this technique is that it cannot be applied for hair or nail samples.
The Leukocyte Esterase Test is designed to detect the presence of an enzyme called leukocyte esterase, which is released by certain types of white blood cells, including neutrophils, macrophages, and eosinophils, when they are present in the urine.
30 Ιουλ 2024 · A leukocyte esterase test gives positive results (the substance is present) or negative results (the substance was undetected). If the test is positive, the sample may be analyzed using a microscope to look for white blood cells and other indications of infection.
21 Αυγ 2022 · Dermatophyte Test Medium is used for the presumptive identification of dermatophytes from the other fungal or bacterial contaminants. It helps to distinguish whether the cutaneous lesion is caused by dermatophytes, other fungi, or bacteria.
1 Ιουλ 2010 · Dermatophyte cultures can be challenging to perform and interpret correctly. However, knowing how to best collect samples for culture, select and incubate culture media, and identify media culture changes and fungal colony morphology will help you avoid a misdiagnosis.
