The Rise of Candida Infections

The Rise of Candida Infections

The growing global health challenge of Candidainfections 🍄


Candida infections are increasingly recognized as a significant global health threat, with7 out of 10 casesattributed toCandida albicans, Candida glabrata, and Candida tropicalis.


This alarming trend results in approximately200,000 deathseach year due to invasive and disseminated disease, particularly among susceptible populations.


WHO Surveillance Priority


C. auris and C. albicanshave been designated as Critical Priority Fungal Pathogens by the World Health Organization, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced surveillance and prevention measures.

Candida glabrata and Candida tropicalishave been designated as High Priority Group.
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C. auris :An Emerging Superbug


Recent epidemiological data show a concerning95%increase inC. auriscases reported in Europe and a60% increasein the United States. These increases are associated with high mortality rates, especially among vulnerable populations.


Transmission Risks


C. auriscan be spread to surfaces by anyone, regardless of whether they are infected, thereby posing a risk of infection to others. The pathogen is notably drug-resistant, with90% of isolatesexhibiting resistance to at least one antifungal treatment, and30% resistant to two or more antifungals.


Innovative Detection with CHROMagar™ Candida Plus 🔍


CHROMagar™ Candida Plusis an advanced chromogenic medium specifically designed for the detection and differentiation of major clinical Candida species, includingC. auris.


Key features include:

    • Sensitivity: Approximately 100%


    • SpecificityApproximately 100%



      The medium allows for the identification ofC. auriswith unique color differentiation:



        • C. auris: Light blue with blue halo (front); blue from the back


        • C. albicans: Green-blue


        • C. krusei: Pink and fuzzy


        • C. tropicalis: Metallic blue with pink halo


        • C. glabrata: Mauve



          Advantages of CHROMagar™ Candida Plus


        • Cost-Effective: Reduces the need for multiple tests or specialized media, lowering overall costs.


        • Rapid Results: Interpret results within 24-48 hours of aerobic incubation at 30-37 °C.


        • High Specificity: Enables precise differentiation of commonCandidaspecies with high specificity.


        • Easy Identification: Direct identification can be performed from a colored colony, eliminating the need for subculturing.



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          Stay informed and protect your community from the growing threat of Candida infections!