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Histoplasma capsulatum and Histoplasmosis Quiz
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Histoplasma capsulatum and Histoplasmosis Quiz

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Which region in the US is known for exposure to Histoplasma capsulatum?

  • Southeastern states
  • Pacific Northwest
  • Midwestern US (correct)
  • Northeastern coastline

    • How is Histoplasma capsulatum primarily transmitted?

  • Ingestion of contaminated food
  • Direct skin contact
  • Respiratory route (correct)
  • Sexual contact

    • Which diagnostic test is used to identify Histoplasma capsulatum through a red stalactite?

  • Skin biopsy
  • KOH or rapid serum antigen test (correct)
  • Blood culture
  • Urine analysis

    • What is the appearance of Histoplasma capsulatum in histological samples with ovoid bodies?

    <p>Oval bodies inside puddles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Histoplasma capsulatum behave morphologically in different environments?

    <p>Mold in cold conditions and yeast in warm conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ system is mainly targeted by Histoplasma capsulatum, leading to hepatosplenomegaly?

    <p>Reticuloendothelial system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in the US is known for exposure to Histoplasma capsulatum?

    <p>Midwestern US</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appearance of Histoplasma capsulatum on histological samples with ovoid bodies?

    <p>Intracellular oval bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Histoplasma capsulatum behave morphologically in different environments?

    <p>Mold in the cold and yeast in the beast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symbol is used to represent pneumonia caused by Histoplasma capsulatum?

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

    Which diagnostic test is used to identify Histoplasma capsulatum through a yellow stalactite?

    <p>Urine antigen test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which organ system does Histoplasma capsulatum cause disseminated infection, often leading to hepatosplenomegaly?

    <p>Reticuloendothelial system</p> Signup and view all the answers

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