Culture & Sensitivity (Fungal)

The Fungal Culture and Sensitivity test is a laboratory test that helps identify and determine the susceptibility of fungi to specific antifungal medications. This test is used to diagnose fungal infections and determine the most effective treatment options.

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Sometimes a fungal culture can identify the specific type of fungus causing the infection. But your provider may need to order other tests to make a diagnosis. Sometimes more testing is needed to help find the right medicine to treat your infection. These tests are called "sensitivity" or "susceptibility" tests.

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Sensitization to fungi has long been recognized as a factor in a number of human diseases such as allergic rhinitis, asthma, allergic bronchopulmonary mycoses, allergic fungal sinusitis, and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Fungal spores are ubiquitous in the outdoor environment during warm weather in temperate climates.