Candida albicans is a unicellular yeast grown as yeast, pseudo-hyphae, and true hyphae. It affects opportunistic pathogens in immunocompromised individuals. Cellular components act like allergens and are known to elicit a type 1 hypersensitivity reaction following exposure to inhalation, presenting with rhinitis, rhinoconjunctivitis, atopy, and severe manifestations such as anaphylaxis. Healthcare providers utilize this test to determine allergic status and guide allergen-specific immunotherapy.

Important note: Minimum volume is 1 mL and 0.5 mL for every additional allergen.