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What is the main virulence factor of Cryptococcus neoformans mentioned in the text?
What is the main virulence factor of Cryptococcus neoformans mentioned in the text?
- Urease
- Polysaccharide antigen (correct)
- India ink
- Amphotericin B
How is Cryptococcus neoformans transmitted based on the information provided?
How is Cryptococcus neoformans transmitted based on the information provided?
- Through contaminated water
- From direct contact with infected individuals
- By inhalation of soil fungi
- Via pigeon droppings (correct)
Which staining method is used to visualize Cryptococcus neoformans in bronchopulmonary washings according to the text?
Which staining method is used to visualize Cryptococcus neoformans in bronchopulmonary washings according to the text?
- Gram staining
- Mucicarmine red or methanamine silver stains (correct)
- Wright staining
- Ziehl-Neelsen staining
What test is used to detect the polysaccharide antigen of Cryptococcus neoformans that causes agglutination?
What test is used to detect the polysaccharide antigen of Cryptococcus neoformans that causes agglutination?
Which therapy is recommended for the treatment of Cryptococcus neoformans infection according to the text?
Which therapy is recommended for the treatment of Cryptococcus neoformans infection according to the text?
What common symptom is associated with Cryptococcus neoformans infection when it spreads to the central nervous system?
What common symptom is associated with Cryptococcus neoformans infection when it spreads to the central nervous system?
What is the main basis for the diagnostic test of Cryptococcus neoformans?
What is the main basis for the diagnostic test of Cryptococcus neoformans?
How is Cryptococcus neoformans primarily transmitted?
How is Cryptococcus neoformans primarily transmitted?
What does the presence of a neck brace suggest in a Cryptococcus neoformans infection?
What does the presence of a neck brace suggest in a Cryptococcus neoformans infection?
Why is Cryptococcus neoformans referred to as 'Crypt' in the provided context?
Why is Cryptococcus neoformans referred to as 'Crypt' in the provided context?
In what scenario would one likely observe lung tissue resembling soap bubbles in a person with Cryptococcus neoformans?
In what scenario would one likely observe lung tissue resembling soap bubbles in a person with Cryptococcus neoformans?
What is a distinct pathology associated with the brain in Cryptococcus neoformans infections?
What is a distinct pathology associated with the brain in Cryptococcus neoformans infections?
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