Albicans
Albicans
Albicans (pronounced: al-bi-cans) is a term often used in the medical field, particularly in relation to Candida albicans, a type of yeast that can cause infection in humans.
Etymology
The term "Albicans" is derived from the Latin word "albus", meaning white. This is likely a reference to the white, creamy appearance of Candida albicans colonies.
Definition
Candida albicans is a diploid fungus that grows both as yeast and filamentous cells and a causal agent of opportunistic oral and genital infections in humans. Systemic fungal infections (fungemias) including those by Candida albicans have emerged as important causes of morbidity and mortality in immunocompromised patients.
Related Terms
- Candida: A genus of yeasts. Candida albicans is the most common species that can cause infections in humans.
- Yeast: A type of fungus. Yeasts, including Candida albicans, can cause infections in humans.
- Fungus: A group of unicellular or multicellular organisms, which includes molds, yeasts, and mushrooms. Fungi, including Candida albicans, can cause infections in humans.
- Immunocompromised: A state in which the immune system is not functioning normally, making the individual more susceptible to infections, including those caused by Candida albicans.
- Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body. An infection may cause no symptoms and be subclinical, or it may cause symptoms and be clinically apparent.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Albicans
- Wikipedia's article - Albicans
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