Malassezia furfur / Malassezia species

Malassezia furfur and related Malassezia species are lipophilic yeasts commonly found on human skin. While typically part of the normal microbiota, they are associated with skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, pityriasis versicolor, and atopic dermatitis, and can cause bloodstream infections in immunocompromised individuals. Reliable molecular detection is essential due to their slow and difficult culture characteristics.
Malassezia PCR kits based on real-time PCR technology offer a sensitive and specific method for detecting M. furfur and Malassezia spp. DNA in human samples together with other fungal pathogens. This molecular diagnostics tool offers accurate and reproducible results in routine and specialized laboratory workflows. Available in CE IVD-marked format for diagnostic use, this multiplex PCR assay supports applications including dermatological mycology, skin microbiome studies, and fungal infection research from clinical samples.