Candida albicans

Gram-positive, single-celled, budding fungus.

Considered the most common cause of nosocomial fungal infection such as oral and vaginal thrush, nail bed and skin infection.

Candida albicans serves as test organisms for testing the Yeasticidal activity (limited fungicidal activity) and – in addition to the mould A. brasiliensis – the fungicidal activity of chemical disinfectants.

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Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is caused by toxin-producing group A streptococci. The incidence of TSS is low worldwide, although a regional cluster has been observed in Japan since the beginning of this year. What is causing the increase in infections and how can we protect ourselves? Learn more in our article.

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