Respiratory Tract Infections: Influenza Viruses
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What is the primary habitat of Histoplasma capsulatum?

  • Human tissue
  • Lung cavities
  • Military equipment
  • Soil contaminated with bird excreta (correct)
  • What is the characteristic shape of Aspergillus fumigatus hyphae?

  • Rounded
  • Septate
  • Filamentous
  • Flask-shaped (correct)
  • What is the term for the fungus ball that grows in a pre-existing cavity?

  • Aspergilloma (correct)
  • ABPA
  • Fungus ball
  • Invasive Aspergillosis
  • What is the main site of infection for Aspergillus niger?

    <p>External auditory meatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of antigen detection in serum?

    <p>To diagnose Invasive Aspergillosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the allergic reaction to Aspergillus fumigatus in hypersensitive individuals?

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

    What is the primary mode of infection for Histoplasma capsulatum?

    <p>Through contaminated soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic growth of Aspergillus fumigatus on Sabouraud's agar?

    <p>Smoky green growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the type of cells that Histoplasma capsulatum infects?

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

    What is the primary disease caused by Aspergillus fumigatus in patients with pre-existing lung disease?

    <p>Pulmonary Aspergillosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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