Common DNA-based markers are used to genotype fungi, as well as other eukaryotes. This technology is being used to elucidate the population genetics of mammalian pathogenic fungi. This exciting area of research is continually growing as the methods become more accessible and medical mycologists recognize the value of studying natural isolates of pathogenic fungi (Xu, 2010).

References:
Xu, J. (2010) Microbial Population Genetics. Caister Academic Press, Norfolk, UK.
San-Blas, G. and Calderone, R.A. (2008) Pathogenic Fungi: Insights in Molecular Biology. Caister Academic Press, Norfolk, UK.

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Medical mycology

Labels: Pathogenic fungi