Fungi + Parasite Details Flashcards
1
Q
Budding of Cryptococcus neoformans
A
narrow
2
Q
Is cryptococcus neoformans dimorphic?
A
NO
3
Q
What do you culture cryptococcus on?
A
Sabouraud agar
4
Q
Stains for cryptococcus:
A
- India Ink
- Mucicarmine (red capsule)
5
Q
What Ag test is used for cryptococcus?
A
Latex agglutination test (tests for capsular Ag)
6
Q
Cryptococcus causes “_____________” lesions
A
Soap Bubble
7
Q
Rhizopus/Mucor proliferates in _____________ and can cause ____________ thrombosis.
A
- blood vessel walls
- cavernous sinus
