Identification of Candida Species Associated with Vulvovaginal Candidiasis by Multiplex PCR

Background. Vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common infection. The aim of this study was to identify the species of vaginal Candida isolates by using multiplex PCR technique. Methods. 191 isolates from patients admitted to Mahdieh hospital were identified. The vaginal swab specimens were cultured on Sa...

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Main Authors: Mahnaz Mahmoudi Rad, Ameneh Sh Zafarghandi, Maryam Amel Zabihi, Mahkam Tavallaee, Yasaman Mirdamadi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/872169