Host factors in dimorphic fungal infections — Flashcards

Host factors in dimorphic fungal infections — Flashcards

Host factors in dimorphic fungal infections — Flashcards
#1

Transmission of paracoccidioidomycosis occurs via _____

#2

Coccidioidomycosis is a _____ fungus, as its form changes based on the temperature of its environment

#3

The route of transmission of _____ is through inhalation of spores in dust

#4

Paracoccidioidomycosis is a _____ fungus that changes form with different temperatures

#5

Candida albicans is _____, meaning it assumes different forms depending on the temperature of its environment

#6

Histoplasma is _____, meaning the temperature of its surroundings determines the form of the fungus

#7

What fungus is actually a reverse of the dimorphic adage,with yeast in the cold and mold in the heat?_____

#8

Besides histoplasmosis, which other fungus can be detected through urine antigen testing?_____

#9

Sporothrix schenckii

#10

Dimorphic fungi exhibit a _____ morphology at ambient temperature and _____ morphology at body temperature.

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