Clinical diagnosis of candidiasis is confirmed by_____________?

Correct answer: B. Demonstration of mycelia and spores in scrapping

  • A. Characteristic odour
  • B. Demonstration of mycelia and spores in scrapping
  • C. Response to injection of vitamin B12
  • D. Demonstration of ray fungus in granules

Explanation

Candidiasis is supported by scraping the lesion and demonstrating Candida pseudohyphae or mycelia with spores, usually using a potassium hydroxide preparation. Odour and response to vitamin B12 are not confirmatory tests.

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