A monoclonal antibody specific for Candida albicans Als4 demonstrates overlapping localization of Als family proteins on the fungal cell surface and highlights differences between Als localization in vitro and in vivo.

The Candida albicans agglutinin-like sequence (ALS) family encodes large cell surface glycoproteins that function in adhesion of the fungus to host and abiotic surfaces. Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) specific for each Als protein were developed to study Als localization on the C. albicans surface.

Analysis of factors affecting survival in dogs with aortic body tumors.

Objective: To evaluate the effect of perioperative and operative variables on survival time in dogs with aortic body tumors.

Study Design: Retrospective study.

Sample Population: Twenty-four client-owned dogs with histologically confirmed aortic body tumor.