Description:
The identification of dermatophyte fungal infections has
historically been based upon specific phenotypic characteristics. The rise of
international travel, significant changes in fungal taxonomy, and additional
molecular methods in the clinical laboratory setting have provided new
opportunities and challenges in the identification of dermatophytes. This
article presents a case study of a 7-year-old girl born in Ethiopia to
HIV-positive parents.
Learning Objectives:
- Reflect on a case study showcasing T. soudanense
- Describe the clinical appearance of infection with T.
soudanense
- Outline testing methods for T. soudanense
Author(s):
Sandra R Haffner, MS, MT (ASCP), SM (AAM),
Eleanor A. Powell, Ph.D.,
Joel E. Mortensen, Ph.D.,
Jason T. Blackard, Ph.D.
Launched: 2020