Rapid evaluation of fungal hyphae/spores can be achieved with_______________?

Correct answer: C. KOH wet mount

  • A. Grocott Gomori Methenamine silver
  • B. Hematoxylin and Eosin
  • C. KOH wet mount
  • D. Peri-iodic Acid Schiff

Explanation

A KOH wet mount rapidly clears keratin and other tissue debris, leaving fungal hyphae and spores visible under the microscope. GMS, H&E and PAS are mainly tissue-staining methods and generally require more processing.

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