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Shorter time-to-positivity and turnaround time with mycosis blood culture bottles when detecting Candida albicans.

Authors :
Färber, Jacqueline
Kaasch, Achim J.
Schalk, Enrico
Source :
Infection; Apr2024, Vol. 52 Issue 2, p701-703, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on the effectiveness of mycosis blood culture bottles in detecting Candida albicans, highlighting shorter time-to-positivity and turnaround time compared to conventional aerobic bottles. Topics include the impact of different blood culture media and incubation delays on yeast detection, as well as the potential for improving diagnosis and treatment of candidemia through the incorporation of specialized blood culture media into clinical guidelines for high-risk patients.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03008126
Volume :
52
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Infection
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176180921
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s15010-024-02216-x