Clinical Mycology, Virology and Parasitology

3 Credits

Study of human pathogenic fungi, virus and parasites and their identification via laboratorial methods. The virulence factors of non-bacterial microbes, their interactions with the host immune system and their clinical significance and impact on public health. Review the traditional and most current laboratory techniques for the isolation, identification and susceptibility testing of these pathogens. Integration of laboratory results with clinical observations and improvement of patient care.