Colonization
The presence of an organism can exist without disease; the site and the clinical context are decisive.
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Flora of the organism: colonization and infection
"Flore of the organism" indicates a possible mechanism linked to organizations already present. This label is not a transmission between people. In particular, it helps to understand why an opportunistic infection does not read as a systematic external contagion.
The distinctions that change reading
Disequilibrium
A change in the terrain or defences may change the meaning of an organism that is usually present.
Interpretation
A sample result should be reconciled with the symptoms and conditions of collection by a professional.
Practical issues
Does any detection of Candida require the same treatment?
No. The species, sampling, site and clinical situation are necessary for interpretation.
Before interpreting a sheet
Find the agent's name, the indicated routes and the primary source. Then check the date and territory of this source. A section helps to compare; it does not determine a person's medical conduct.
Composition, provenance and limitations of data →2 sheets in this section
This list comes from the same database as the directory. The "Reference" link opens the primary source; the detailed sheets are accessible when they exist.
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| Sickness or syndrome | Agent indicated | Pathways and context | Deepening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidiasis | Candida spp. | Flora of the organism | Fact sheet · CDC Reference |
| Group B streptococcal infection | Streptococcus agalactiae | Flora of the organism Mother and child transmission | Fact sheet · CDC Reference |