Phenotypic characterization of Candida Albicans from clinical sources in Nairobi, Kenya

Phenotypic characterization of Candida Albicans from clinical sources in Nairobi, Kenya

Objective: To isolate and carry out phenotypic characterization Candida species from clinical sources in Nairobi- Kenya. Conclusion: Non albicans candida are of clinical significance and may warrant the need speciate Candida species from clinical setting and constantly monitor for fungal resistance...

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Veröffentlicht in:African journal of health sciences 2011-01, Vol.19 (3-4), p.19-23
Hauptverfasser: Kangogo, M C, Wanyoike, M W, Revathi, G, Bii, C C
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Fungal infections
Genotype & phenotype
Health and Medicine
Research methodology
Statistical analysis
Studies
Yeast
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Zusammenfassung:Objective: To isolate and carry out phenotypic characterization Candida species from clinical sources in Nairobi- Kenya. Conclusion: Non albicans candida are of clinical significance and may warrant the need speciate Candida species from clinical setting and constantly monitor for fungal resistance as some Candida species are intrinsically resistant to certain antifungal drugs especially in the context of opportunistic infections in HIV/AIDS.
ISSN:1022-9272
2306-1987