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Y1Mycology Identification/Susceptibility Testing Isolates of mold or yeast for Identification and / or antifungal susceptibility testing Mycology Reference Laboratory National Infection Services PHE

How to fill out mycology identification and susceptibility

How to fill out mycology identification and susceptibility

1. Gather all necessary information and materials such as the patient's clinical sample or culture plate, microscope slides, staining reagents, and identification guides.
2. Prepare the patient's clinical sample by using a sterile swab or needle to collect a small amount of the suspected fungal material.
3. Transfer the collected material onto a clean microscope slide and prepare a wet mount by adding a drop of saline or mounting media.
4. Examine the wet mount under a microscope using low and high power objectives to observe the morphology and structure of the fungal elements.
5. Take clear and detailed notes of the observed characteristics, including color, shape, size, and presence of any reproductive structures.
6. Perform additional tests, such as staining techniques (e.g., Gram stain, fungal stains), culture on specific media, or molecular techniques, if required for further identification or susceptibility testing.
7. Follow the standard protocols and guidelines for identifying the specific fungal species based on the observed characteristics and test results.
8. Record the identified fungal species and any relevant susceptibility testing results in the appropriate documentation or laboratory information system.
9. Interpret the susceptibility testing results based on established interpretive criteria and provide recommendations for appropriate antifungal therapy.
10. Communicate the final identification and susceptibility results to the requesting healthcare provider or clinical team for patient management and treatment decisions.

Who needs mycology identification and susceptibility?

1. Mycology identification and susceptibility are needed by various healthcare professionals and researchers involved in diagnosing and treating fungal infections, including:
2. - Infectious disease specialists
3. - Microbiologists
4. - Dermatologists
5. - Pulmonologists
6. - Oncologists
7. - Immunologists
8. - Pharmacists
9. - Clinical laboratory scientists
10. - Epidemiologists
11. Accurate identification and susceptibility testing help guide appropriate antifungal therapy and management strategies for patients with fungal infections, especially those with compromised immune systems or chronic diseases.

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What is mycology identification and susceptibility?

Mycology identification and susceptibility involves identifying the type of fungus present and determining which antifungal medications it is susceptible to.

Who is required to file mycology identification and susceptibility?

Healthcare professionals, specifically those involved in treating fungal infections, are required to file mycology identification and susceptibility.

How to fill out mycology identification and susceptibility?

Mycology identification and susceptibility forms need to be completed by providing detailed information on the fungus present and its susceptibility to antifungal medications.

What is the purpose of mycology identification and susceptibility?

The purpose of mycology identification and susceptibility is to guide treatment decisions by determining the most effective antifungal medication for a specific fungal infection.

What information must be reported on mycology identification and susceptibility?

The information reported on mycology identification and susceptibility forms includes details about the fungus identified and its susceptibility to different antifungal medications.