Utilization of Curvularia lunata in routine skin tests

Abstract

Curvularia lunata is a fungus typically found in tropical and subtropical areas. In reviewing the last 10 years of data in our clinic in southern Louisiana, we found that less than 5% of patients have skin tests demonstrating Curvularia. We surveyed the current literature to find correlating clinical associations with consideration of removing this allergen from routine use in our clinic.