Mycological diagnosis of superficial fungal infections: French ANOFEL/LABAC recommendations

Annales de biologie clinique 2026

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Authors: Charline Miossec, Hélène Guegan, Noémie Coron, Nawel Aït-Ammar, Arnaud Fekkar, Stéphane Ranque, Frédérique Boquel, Marc Pihet, Anne Debourgogne, Sophie Brun, Jean‐Marc Giannoli, Florence Robert-Gangneux
+1 more Alicia Moreno Sabater
DOI: 10.1684/abc.2026.2020
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Abstract

Superficial fungal infections, mainly caused by dermatophytes but also by yeasts or molds, exhibit wide clinical variability and are a common reason for medical consultation. Recent epidemiological trends, particularly the emergence of extensive cutaneous dermatophytoses, -highlight the need for rigorous mycological diagnosis. The development of nucleic acid amplification techniques (NAAT) and advances in proteomics (MALDI-TOF) have prompted a reassessment of the role of conventional methods, without replacing them. These recommendations aim to guide biologists and COFRAC auditors in selecting and implementing the various available techniques, in order to harmonize practices and improve the overall quality of mycological diagnosis.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nail Diseases and Treatments Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing Fungal Infections and Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Annales de biologie clinique
Volume
84
Issue
1
Pages
00–00
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
FR