Host factors in dimorphic fungal infections — Flashcards

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Transmission of paracoccidioidomycosis occurs via _____

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

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

Paracoccidioidomycosis is a _____ fungus that changes form with different temperatures

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

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

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

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

Sporothrix schenckii

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

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