genus trichophyton
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Definition
Noun: A genus of fungi belonging to the family Moniliaceae. Fungi of this genus are pathogenic, causing superficial fungal infections in humans and animals, most notably ringworm (tinea) and favus.
Usage
- The dermatologist identified the infection as being caused by a member of genus Trichophyton.
- Genus Trichophyton includes several species that are common causes of athlete's foot and jock itch.
- Laboratory culture is often required to differentiate between species within genus Trichophyton.
Advanced Usage
- In medical mycology, genus Trichophyton is classified as a dermatophyte, a type of fungus that requires keratin for growth and infects the skin, hair, or nails.
- The phrase is primarily used in scientific, medical, and microbiological contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Trichophyton (n): The common shorthand form of the full taxonomic name "genus ." It is often used interchangeably in context.
- The most common agent is Trichophyton rubrum.
- Trichophytosis (n): A medical term for an infection caused by a fungus of the genus .
- Dermatophyte (n): The broader category of fungi to which belongs.
Synonyms
- Dermatophyte genus (This is a descriptive synonym highlighting its classification.)
- Ringworm fungus (This is a common-name synonym, though it is less precise as other genera can also cause ringworm.)
Related Terms and Phrases
- Tinea corporis: The medical term for ringworm of the body, often caused by species.
- Tinea capitis: Ringworm of the scalp, frequently caused by species.
- Keratinophilic: An adjective describing organisms that feed on keratin, a characteristic of .
Noun
- a genus of fungus of the family Moniliaceae; causes ringworm and favus