Mycology

Samples	Survey Frequency
Includes 3 simulated clinical samples (not lyophilized) of variable complexity for culture and susceptibility testing, 4 smears for direct examination and detection of hyphae. The survey includes two yeast challenges, two dermatophyte challenges, and one mold challenge. At least one of the challenges requires susceptibility testing and reporting. Simulated samples include blood, wounds, urine, genital, sterile sites, stools, throat/ear/eye swabs, screening samples, etc. Samples per survey: 4 smears for direct examination, 5 culture samples	2 surveys per year Ships: April, November
Analytes/Parameters Monitored
Isolation, identification, and reporting of fungi. Susceptibility testing and interpretation. Clinically relevant reports. Detection of hyphae on simulated direct smears. Group results for each challenge are provided with an educational critique generated by expert technical committee. (see an example critique)

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