Mycology

Which host is most at risk for C. neoformans infection?

What is the classic histologic shape of Sporothrix schenckii at 37°C?

Sporotrichosis classically presents as:

Dimorphic fungi appear as molds at:

Which stain highlights the polysaccharide capsule of Cryptococcus?

What structure is diagnostic of Coccidioides in tissue at 37°C?

Which lab test is most sensitive for disseminated histoplasmosis?

Which fungal infection can mimic Aspergillus but requires surgical debridement due to angioinvasion?

Which stain fluoresces chitin in fungal cell walls?

Tinea cruris is commonly called:

Which fungi are opportunistic pathogens?

Which of the following is found in the Ohio and Mississippi River Valleys?

Which of the following organs is not commonly seeded in systemic candidiasis?

What is the causative agent of tinea capitis?

What distinguishes C. glabrata from C. albicans microscopically?

What is the most common symptom of Pneumocystis pneumonia?

Which infection has blood vessels invasion?

Which fungus causes granulomatous lesions resembling TB in lung tissue?

Which exam tool causes infected hairs to fluoresce?

Which fungal infection is most severe in neutropenic patients?

Which Cryptococcus spp. is found in immunocompetent individuals?

What distinguishes yeast from mold morphologically?

What is the causative agent of tinea pedis?

Which statement is TRUE about Histoplasma in human tissue?

What stain would best identify yeast and pseudohyphae in histopathology?

Which test supports diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis?

Which subcutaneous fungus is associated with rose thorns and soil exposure?

Which fungus forms "lollipop" conidia on hyphae at 25°C?

What major challenge exists in diagnosing Pneumocystis jirovecii?

Method of choice for diagnosing patients with cryptococcal meningitis

Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis is most associated with:

What is the most common clinical presentation of cryptococcosis?

Which dimorphic fungus causes “Valley Fever”?

Which mold produces septate hyphae with acute-angle branching?

What term describes elongated budding yeast cells?

Which Aspergillus manifestation presents with a “fungus ball” in a prior TB cavity?

What is a key feature of subcutaneous mycoses?

Cryptococcal antigen can be detected in:

Which fungi are commonly inhaled from bird droppings or decaying vegetation?

What is the most common mode of acquisition for Coccidioides and Histoplasma?

What major component gives fungal cell walls rigidity?

What form does Histoplasma capsulatum take at 37°C?

Which systemic fungus is most likely to disseminate to bone and skin and form lytic lesions?

How does Sporothrix appear at 25°C in culture?

Which is the best culture condition for dermatophyte growth?

What is the purpose of KOH prep in dermatophyte diagnosis?

Which Candida infection presents with white patches on tongue?

What risk factor is most associated with candidemia?

Which region is Coccidioides endemic to?

Which systemic mycosis forms barrel-shaped arthroconidia in mold form?

What is the most important risk factor for invasive aspergillosis?

Which distinguishing feature separates Mucor from Aspergillus in histopathology?

What structure helps differentiate a germ tube from a budding yeast?

Which geographic region is most associated with Cryptococcus gattii?

What is the causative agent of Tinea corporis?

Cryptococcoma (parenchymal lesion) is more common in:

Which patient population is most at risk for rhinocerebral mucormycosis?

Which type of immune response is important in cutaneous fungal infections?

Which sterol is found in fungal membranes?

What is the best method to diagnose Sporotrichosis in skin lesions?

What term describes fungal hyphal mass?

Which fungus is associated with bird and bat droppings in caves and chicken coops?

Which dimorphic fungus causes CNS disease in immunocompromised patients but is NOT endemic to the U.S.?

Which is NOT a typical presentation of dermatophyte infection?

Which feature distinguishes Mucor spp. microscopically?

Which Candida species shows intrinsic resistance to fluconazole?

Which subcutaneous fungus causes nodular lymphangitis?

Which Candida species is germ tube positive?

Which of the following fungi fluoresces under UV light?

Which systemic mycosis shows large yeast with broad-based budding?

Which fungi are primary pathogens?

What is the causative agent of Tinea cruris?