| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2400623 | Medical Mycology Case Reports | 2012 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Non-invasive assays are increasingly being used in patients with suspected fungal infections. Limitations to these tests include limited sensitivity, specificity, and cross reactivity with other fungal pathogens. Herein we report a case of disseminated histoplasmosis producing a false positive serum and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) Aspergillus galactomannan assays. This test may have a role in the evaluation of patients with suspected histoplasmosis in settings where Histoplasma antigen testing is not widely available.
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Authors
Zaw Min, John W. Baddley, Jorge M. Rodriguez, Stephen A. Moser, Mukesh Patel,