{"id":706,"date":"2018-12-11T14:56:03","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T14:56:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/?page_id=706"},"modified":"2022-08-05T10:47:47","modified_gmt":"2022-08-05T15:47:47","slug":"susceptibility-testing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/reference-labs\/fungus-testing-laboratory\/susceptibility-testing\/","title":{"rendered":"Susceptibility Testing"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Useful Literature:<\/strong><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.libproxy.uthscsa.edu\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8579947\/<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.libproxy.uthscsa.edu\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7194854\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Testing Methods:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yeast testing according to CLSI M27-A3<\/span><\/p>\n

Mould testing according to CLSI M38-A2<\/span><\/p>\n

The following antifungal agents are available for testing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

AMPHOTERICIN B (AMB) (Fungizone\u2122, Ambisome\u2122, Abelcet\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186 Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

AMB binds to sterol in the cell membrane disrupting membrane integrity. This causes intracellular components to leak which ultimately leads to cell death. This agent is appropriate for most fungi but some notable in vitro resistance occurs with <\/span>Aspergillus terreus<\/span>, <\/span>Scedosporium boydii, Scedosporium apiospermum<\/span>, <\/span>Lomentospora<\/span> (formerly <\/span>Scedosporium<\/span>)<\/span> prolificans<\/span>, and <\/span>Purpureocillium lilacinum<\/span> (formerly <\/span>Paecilomyces lilacinus<\/span>).<\/span><\/p>\n

Please note that liposomal formulations do not lend themselves to testing according to CLSI methods. As the lipid does not add to antifungal activity but rather only facilitates delivery of the parent AMB in higher concentrations to the site of infection, we recommend testing only parent compound when interested in MICs for liposomal agents.<\/span><\/p>\n

NYSTATIN (NYS) (Mycostatin\u2122) CPT 87186 Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

NYS binds to sterol in the cell membrane disrupting membrane integrity. This causes the membrane it to leak intracellular components which ultimately leading to cell death.<\/span><\/p>\n

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NATAMYCIN (NAT) (Pimaricin\u2122) CPT 87186 Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

NAT is similar to other polyenes but is available only as a topical for the treatment of eye infections.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5-FLUOROCYTOSINE (5-FC) (Ancobon\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

5FC inhibits fungal DNA and RNA synthesis. This agent should not be used as sole therapy as fungi are known to rapidly develop resistance<\/p>\n

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CASPOFUNGIN (Cancidas\u2122), ANIDULAFUNGIN (Eraxis\u2122), and MICAFUNGIN (Mycamine\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/p>\n

CAS, ANID, MICA inhibit glucan synthesis which is a necessary component of the fungal cell wall. These agents (echinocandins) have excellent activity against most Candida spp. but do not have activity against Cryptococcus, Rhodotorula, or Trichosporon spp. CAS, ANID, AND MICA have in vitro activity against aspergilli and possibly other moulds.<\/p>\n

IBREXAFUNGERP (Brexafemme\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/p>\n

Similar to the echinocandins, IBX inhibits glucan synthesis which is a necessary component of the fungal cell wall. It has activity against most Candida spp. but do not have activity against Cryptococcus, Rhodotorula, or Trichosporon spp.<\/p>\n

FLUCONAZOLE (FLU) (Diflucan\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

FLU inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. This drug is widely used for the treatment of yeast infections but both acquired and innate resistance has been noted. This agent is not appropriate for aspergilli, member of the order Mucorales (causative agents of mucormycosis or zygomycosis), or fusaria. FLU has excellent penetration into the CNS.<\/p>\n

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ITRACONAZOLE (ITRA) (Sporonox\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

ITRA inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. This drug is widely used for the treatment of both yeast and mould infections with excellent in vitro activity against the dematiaceous fungi.<\/p>\n

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VORICONAZOLE (VORI) (Vfend\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

VORI inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. This agent is effective against both yeast and mould fungi. In vitro activity against Aspergillus spp., Scedosporium boydii, Scedosporium apiospermum, and Purpureocillium lilacinum (formerly Paecilomyces lilacinus) is excellent.<\/p>\n

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POSACONAZOLE Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

POSA inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. This POSA inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. This agent has very excellent in vitro activity against a wide range of fungi with MIC values usually lower than most other azoles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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ISAVUCONAZOLE Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

ISA inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. This agent has very excellent in vitro activity against a wide range of fungi. \u00a0It is FDA approved for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis.<\/p>\n

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MICONAZOLE (MON) (Monistat\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

MON inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. Its use is limited to topical applications.<\/span><\/p>\n

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CLOTRIMAZOLE (CLOT) (Lotrimin\u2122, Mycelex\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

CLOT inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. Its use is limited to topical applications.<\/span><\/p>\n

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TERCONAZOLE (TERC) (Terazole\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

TERC inhibits synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component in the fungal cell wall. Its use is limited to topical applications<\/span><\/p>\n

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TERBINAFINE (TERB) (Lamisil\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

TERB inhibits squalene epoxidase which assists with synthesis of ergosterol. This agent has activity against many fungi with excellent activity against dermatophytic fungi. In vitro, this agent may enhance the activity of azoles in combination testing against a variety of fungi.<\/p>\n

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GRISEOFULVIN (GRIS) (Grifulvin \u2122, Fulvicin U\/F\u2122, Grisactin\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186, Moulds CPT 87188<\/span><\/p>\n

GRIS inhibits fungal mitosis. It is effective only against dermatophytic fungi and is not an appropriate choice for yeasts or non-dermatophytic moulds.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Susceptibility Testing of Antifungal – Interpretive Guideline for <\/span>Candida<\/span> species only<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Generic Name<\/span><\/td>\nTrade Name<\/span><\/td>\nFormulation<\/span><\/td>\nTest Range<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Amphotericin B<\/span><\/td>\nFungizone <\/span><\/p>\n

Ambisome<\/span><\/p>\n

Abelcet<\/span><\/td>\n

IV<\/span><\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Anidulafungin<\/span><\/td>\nEraxis<\/span><\/td>\nIV<\/span><\/td>\n0.015-8 \u00b5g\/ml<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Caspofungin<\/span><\/td>\nCancidas<\/span><\/td>\nIV<\/span><\/td>\n0.015-8 \u00b5g\/ml<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Micafungin<\/span><\/td>\nMycamine<\/span><\/td>\nIV<\/span><\/td>\n0.015-8 \u00b5g\/ml<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ibrexafungerp<\/td>\nBrexafemme<\/td>\nTablet<\/td>\n0.015-8 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nystatin<\/td>\nBiostatin Mycostatin<\/td>\nOral suspension Topical powder<\/td>\n0.06-32 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Natamycin<\/td>\nNeomycin<\/td>\nOintment<\/td>\n0.06-32 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5-Fluocrocytosine<\/td>\nAncobon<\/td>\nIV Capsule<\/td>\n0.125-64 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fluconazole<\/td>\nDiflucan<\/td>\nIV, Tablet, Oral Suspension, Topical<\/td>\n0.125-64 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Itracontazole<\/td>\nSporonoz<\/td>\nCapsule, Oral Suspension<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Voriconazole<\/td>\nVfend<\/td>\nIV, Tablet, Oral Suspension<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Posaconazole<\/td>\nNoxafil<\/td>\nIV, Oral Suspension, Tablet<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Isavuconazole<\/td>\nCresemba<\/td>\nIV, Capsule<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Miconazole<\/td>\nMonastat Micatin<\/td>\nTopical<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Terconazole<\/td>\nTerazol<\/td>\nTopical<\/td>\n0.125-64 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Clotrimazole<\/td>\nCruex Clotrimaderm<\/td>\nTopical<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Terbinafine<\/td>\nLamisil<\/td>\nTablet, Topical<\/td>\n0.004-2 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Griseofulvin<\/td>\nFulvicin<\/td>\nTablet, Topical<\/td>\n0.03-16 \u00b5g\/ml<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Shipping Specimens<\/a><\/h3>\n

Shipping Flowchart<\/a><\/h3>\n

Laboratory Overview<\/a><\/h3>\n

Susceptibility Testing<\/h3>\n

Fungal Identification<\/a><\/h3>\n

Antifungal Drug Levels<\/a><\/h3>\n

State Licenses<\/a><\/h3>\n

Requisitions<\/a><\/h3>\n

LOINC Data<\/a><\/h3>\n

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[vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text] Useful Literature: https:\/\/www-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.libproxy.uthscsa.edu\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8579947\/ https:\/\/www-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.libproxy.uthscsa.edu\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7194854\/ Testing Methods: Yeast testing according to CLSI M27-A3 Mould testing according to CLSI M38-A2 The following antifungal agents are available for testing: AMPHOTERICIN B (AMB) (Fungizone\u2122, Ambisome\u2122, Abelcet\u2122) Yeast CPT 87186 Moulds CPT 87188 AMB binds to sterol in the cell membrane disrupting membrane integrity. 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