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Molecular fingerprinting methods for the discrimination between C. albicans and C. dubliniensis.
Oral diseases - 1 May 2006
Neppelenbroek K H, Campanha N H, Spolidorio D M P, Spolidorio L C, Seó R S, Pavarina A C
Abstract excerpt
Opportunistic fungal pathogens are becoming increasingly important causes of both community-acquired and nosocomial infections. The most important fungal pathogens are yeast species belonging to the genus Candida. These species show differences in levels of resistance to antifungal agents and mortality. Consequently, it is important to correctly identify the causative organism to the species level. Identification...
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