10 Questions
Which Candida species is the fourth most common cause of nosocomial bloodstream infections?
Candida glabrata
In which part of the human body do Candida species rarely colonize dry, glabrous skin?
Skin
Which of the following is a common transmission route for Candida species based on the text?
Clothing and bedding
What percentage of humans may carry one or more Candida species in the gastrointestinal tract (gut)?
100%
Among the given options, where do Candida species primarily reside based on the text?
Gastrointestinal tract (gut)
Which Candida species is the second cause of invasive fungal infection in cancer patients and recipients of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation?
Candida krusei
What is confirmed regarding the transmission capability of Candida spp. from hand to hand according to the text?
Capability to transmit to inanimate objects
Where do dry, glabrous skin is rarely colonized by Candida species according to the text?
Gastrointestinal tract (gut)
Which family do Candida spp. belong to?
Saccharomycetaceae
Which kingdom does Candida belong to?
Fungi
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