Research Article
DOI:
xxx-xxxx-xxx
Subject:
science
KeyWords:
Acremonium spp., Prevalence, DNase, Lipase, Protease, Phospholipase,
Abstract:
| Objective: To determine the prevalence and to screen the different types of hydrolytic enzymes produced by Acremonium species isolated from corneal scrapings of fungal keratitis cases. Methods: The isolation and enzymatic production of Acremonium species were tested on solid media enriched with the suitable substances. Results: Out of the 1,491 corneal scrapings, seven isolates were confirmed as genus Acremonium and it was noted that four isolates of Acremonium spp. showed positive for all the extracellular enzymes screened. Conclusion: The incidence rate of Acremonium species is increasing and species level identification would facilitate in the appropriate therapy and management. |
