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

    February 2023 in “ Veterinary Sciences ”
    Pavlina Bouza-Rapti, Anastasia Karafylia, Αndroniki Tamvakis, Rania Farmaki
    Studysummary This study found that adhesive tape impression cytology was effective for diagnosing dermatophytosis in dogs and cats, particularly in dogs with kerion, exhibiting sensitivity comparable to or higher than other tests.
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    1. Isolation of Dermatophytes from Dogs and Cats with Suspected Dermatophytosis in Western Turkey Preventive Veterinary Medicine · 2010