J4 ›› 2014, Vol. 13 ›› Issue (8): 60-62.

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Isolation and Identification of Cryptococcus neoformans from Pigeon Droppings in Dali

  

  1. 1. Pre-clinical College, Dali University, Dali, Yunnan 671000, China; 2. College of Agriculture and Biology Science, Dali University,Dali, Yunnan 671003, China
  • Received:2014-04-11 Online:2014-08-15 Published:2014-08-15

Abstract:

Objective: To investigate the positive rate of Cryptococcus neoformans in pigeon droppings in Dali and provide a basis for effectively avoiding its infection. Methods: A black rice culture medium was used for isolation and identification of Cryptococcus neoformans in 140 pigeon droppings. Results: 46 strains of Cryptococcus neoformans were isolated and urea tests all proved positive.Conclusion: The positive rate of Cryptococcus neoformans in pigeon droppings in Dali was very high(32.9%).

Key words: Cryptococcus neoformans, black rice culture medium, pigeon droppings

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