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What is the diagnostic feature of chromoblastomycosis when examined microscopically in KOH?
What is the diagnostic feature of chromoblastomycosis when examined microscopically in KOH?
- Detection of characteristic conidial structures
- Detection of dark, spherical cells (correct)
- Detection of extensive hyperplasia of dermal tissue
- Detection of granulomas
How are specimens of scrapings or biopsies from lesions examined for chromoblastomycosis?
How are specimens of scrapings or biopsies from lesions examined for chromoblastomycosis?
- Microscopically in KOH (correct)
- Stained with Gram stain
- Examined under UV light
- Cultured on IMA or SDA with antibiotics
What is the characteristic feature used to identify dematiaceous species?
What is the characteristic feature used to identify dematiaceous species?
- Granulomas and hyperplasia of dermal tissue
- Inability to grow at 37°C
- Dark, spherical cells
- Characteristic conidial structures (correct)
How do saprophytic dematiaceous molds differ from pathogenic species?
How do saprophytic dematiaceous molds differ from pathogenic species?
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