Role of Non-Culture Tests for the Diagnosis of Invasive Fungal Infections

Abstract

Invasive fungal infection (IFI) is a condition that develops among immunosupressed patients particularly and requires the prompt diagnosis and treatment. Histopathological examination and culture are the gold standards for the diagnosis, but difficulties in sampling and shortcomings of culture mandate use of easier and faster methods. Nowadays, molecular tests such as polymerase chain reaction are used in clinical practice in addition to serological tests. Combined use of these tests increase the sensitivity and specifity of diagnosis for IFI. Klimik Dergisi 2019; 32(Suppl. 2): 131-4.