What is Mucor?

Video: What is Mucor? Mucor spp. colonies are typically white, grey to cream-beige. The darker colors of the colony are usually the consequence of maturity and the formation of spores. They are rapid-growing, cottony to fluffy, and can become relatively tall.

What are the characteristics of Mucor spp colonies?

The darker colors of the colony are usually the consequence of maturity and the formation of spores. They are rapid-growing, cottony to fluffy, and can become relatively tall. Cultures grown in culture media readily exceed 1 cm in height (0.4 inches). Mucor spp. colonies consist of white cottony extensively branched mycelium ( Fig. 1 ). Figure 1.

What is the pathogenesis of Mucor infection?

Mucor infections are characterized by fungal vascular invasion, leading to thrombosis, infarction, and tissue necrosis [5]. After that, these saprophytic fungi will feed on the dead organic matter.