Value of immunodiffusion tests in the diagnosis of systemic mycotic diseases

Value of immunodiffusion tests in the diagnosis of systemic mycotic diseases

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L Kaufman

Abstract:

Properly evaluated and standardized immunodiffusion procedures useful for the diagnosis of aspergillosis, blastomycosis, candidiasis, coccidioidomycosis, histoplasmosis, and paracoccidioidomycosis are available for everyday use. It is believed that the widespread use of the immunodiffusion tests will contribute significantly to the rapid and accurate detection of these diseases and to their proper treatment. The techniques and antigens used in the procedures and their sensitivity and specificity are reviewed.

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