Parasites/Fungi — Flashcards

What characteristic of Malassezia furfur makes it problematic for neonates receiving TPN?_____

_____ is a species of opportunistic fungus that presents as septated hyphae branching at acute angles.

A positive germ tube test is strongly indicative of _____.

What is the mature form of Leishmania?_____

Which fungus can grow in old lung cavities (ie: TB, Klebsiella, etc)?_____

Tinea is commonly referred to as '_____''

Pneumocystis jiroveci has a _____ transmission

_____ can be a source of dermatophytes and, therefore, Tinea infection, especially in younger individuals

What is the Obligatory host of Ixodes ticks?_____

What is the infective form of Leishmania?_____