Comparison of Adhesive Tape Impression Cytology, Hair Plucks, and Fungal Culture for the Diagnosis of Dermatophytosis in Dogs and Cats

Rapid diagnosis of dermatophytosis is essential for early treatment induction and prevention of spreading to other animals and humans. No single diagnostic test is identified as the “gold standard”. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the sensitivity of adhesive tape impression (ATI) cytology i...

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Main Authors: Pavlina Bouza-Rapti, Anastasia Karafylia, Androniki Tamvakis, Rania Farmaki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Veterinary Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/10/3/183