Candida species are the most common cause of fungal urinary tract infections (UTIs). Candida UTIs can occur in the lower portion of the urinary tract or in some cases can ascend up to the kidneys.
You are at risk of developing a Candida UTI after having taken a course of antibiotics, having a medical device such as a catheter inserted, such as a have diabetes or have weakened immune system
Symptoms
Many people with a Candida UTI don’t have symptoms. If symptoms are present, they can include an increased need to urinate, a painful or burning sensation when urinating, abdominal or pelvic pain as well as blood in your urine
Candida albicans is the most common cause of genital yeast infections.
Normally, a type of bacteria called Lactobacillus keeps the amount of Candida in the genital area under control. However, then Lactobacillus levels are disrupted in some way, Candida can overgrow and cause an infection.
You can also develop a Candida genital infection after participating in certain sexual activities, particularly those that involve oral-genital contact.
Test Options
CA/GV: Identification in a panel of 2 STI’s
STI-10+: Identification in a panel of 10 STI’s
For more information about Candida Albicans
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322722#types-of-infections
https://www.everydayhealth.com/yeast-infection/guide/causes/candida-albicans/
