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THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
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Mould Identification: A Virtual Self Assessment

Unknown 34 - February 2008

Case History: A 34-year-old female presented with an ulcerating
lesion on the face. She had a six month travel history which included
visits to the USA, Mexico and Argentina. Skin scrapings showed the
presence of fungal elements and the culture grew the fungus shown below.

Mould Identification: A Virtual Self Assessment

Unknown 34 - February 2008

Direct Microscopy (KOH stain):

Culture:

Microscopy:

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