Rapid Identification of Candida glabrata Based on Trehalose and Sucrose Assimilation Using Rosco Diagnostic Tablets

ABSTRACT

We developed a simple method for the identification ofCandida glabrata on the basis of the ability of this species to rapidly assimilate trehalose but not sucrose. After incubation of yeasts with Rosco diagnostic tablets containing sucrose or trehalose, identification ofC. glabrata was achieved in 4 h with 100% sensitivity and specificity.