Histoplasmosis laboratory findings
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Serge Korjian M.D., Aravind Kuchkuntla, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
There are no specific laboratory findings associated with acute histoplasma infection. Diagnosis is confirmed by the demonstration of the yeast cells from tissue samples or body fluids, culture and antigen detection.
Laboratory Findings
There are no specific laboratory findings associated with acute histoplasma infection. Diagnosis is confirmed by the demonstration of the yeast cells from tissue samples or body fluids, culture and antigen detection.[1][2]
- The following laboratory findings can be present in patient with a disseminated histoplasma infection:
- Anemia
- Leukopenia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Elevated liver enzymes
- Elevated bilirubin
- Elevated lactate dehydrogenase
- Elevated ferritin
References
- ↑ Maltos AL, Maia E, Oliveira CD (2017). "Disseminated histoplasmosis diagnosed in a peripheral blood smear". Rev Soc Bras Med Trop. 50 (1): 148. doi:10.1590/0037-8682-0189-2016. PMID 28327821.
- ↑ Hage CA, Azar MM, Bahr N, Loyd J, Wheat LJ (2015). "Histoplasmosis: Up-to-Date Evidence-Based Approach to Diagnosis and Management". Semin Respir Crit Care Med. 36 (5): 729–45. doi:10.1055/s-0035-1562899. PMID 26398539.