Fungal Biology Terminology
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What is the term for the asexual phase of a fungal lifecycle?

  • Anamorph (correct)
  • Dermatophyte
  • Dimorphism
  • Fungemia
  • What is the term for the ability of a fungus to exist in different morphologies?

  • Mucorales
  • Hyphae
  • Mold
  • Dimorphism (correct)
  • What is the term for a fungus that is growing as hyphae, usually with a filamentous appearance?

  • Mold (correct)
  • Mucorales
  • Fungemia
  • Hyphae
  • What is the term for the presence of fungi in the blood?

    <p>Fungemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a class of fungi that cause diseases of the skin, hair, and nails?

    <p>Dermatophyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a fungal infection caused by members of the Mucorales?

    <p>Mucormycosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a broader group of fungal infections, including those caused by members of the order Mucorales?

    <p>Zygomycosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of obtaining 510(k) clearance from the FDA?

    <p>To notify the FDA of intent to market a medical device</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a type culture?

    <p>A viable culture of a fungus that is directly descended from the original material used to describe the species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of whole-genome sequencing (WGS)?

    <p>To quickly produce data from an entire genome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between yeast cells and hyphae?

    <p>Yeast cells are unicellular, while hyphae are multicellular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary limitation of molecular diagnostic assays for invasive fungal infections?

    <p>They require a high degree of technical expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

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