<p>This invention clarifies a gene sequence of secretory aspartic proteinase in a sample solution which is specific to pathogenic Candida yeast and provides a method for detection of said gene and a kit used therefor. Secretory aspartic proteinase gene having a length of 1023 shown by sequence identification (SEQ ID) No. 1 in Sequence Listing and belonging to the genus Candida. Method for detection of a yeast belonging to the genus Candida which comprises detecting said gene. Kit for detection comprising a primer for amplifying said gene and a probe for detecting the amplified DNA. There are provided a method for detection of a yeast belonging to the genus Candida in a sample solution with high sensitivity and a kit for detection.</p>
