Mycology vs Bacteriology
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Which of the following is a risk factor for Penicillium marneffei infection?

  • Being a diabetic (correct)
  • Being a vegetarian
  • Having a strong immune system
  • Regular exercise routine
  • Which geographical regions are Penicillium marneffei infections geographically restricted to?

  • Thailand and China (correct)
  • Australia and New Zealand
  • Africa and South America
  • North America and Europe
  • Which patient population is at higher risk for Mulluscum like wart infections?

  • Individuals with AIDS (correct)
  • Healthy young adults
  • Elderly individuals
  • Children under 5 years old
  • Which microorganism causes pneumonia, especially in AIDS patients?

    <p>Pneumocystis jirovecii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the former name of Pneumocystis jirovecii?

    <p>Pneumocystis carinii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for Pneumocystis jirovecii infection?

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

    What type of pathogen is Pneumocystis jirovecii?

    <p><strong>Fungi</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of Penicillium marneffei?

    <p>Forms hyphae in its pathogenic form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the risk factor commonly associated with Penicillium marneffei infections?

    <p>Having diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the cell wall composition of Penicillium marneffei?

    <p>Contains chitin as a major component</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which geographical region is Penicillium marneffei geographically restricted?

    <p>Thailand and China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates Penicillium marneffei from prokaryotes?

    <p>Presence of membrane-bound organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is a major constituent of the cell membrane in fungi like Penicillium marneffei?

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

    What structure is responsible for asexual reproduction in fungi like Penicillium marneffei?

    <p><strong>Spore</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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