Table 1.
Results of direct microscopic examination (DME) of Malassezia yeast cells based on growth on mDixon’s agar
| Pityriasis versicolor | DME | Culture |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | 68(100) | 55(81) |
| Negative | 0(0) | 13(19) |
| Total | 68(100) | 68(100) |
Values are given as n (%).
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