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What is the primary habitat of Histoplasma capsulatum?
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?
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?
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?
What is the main site of infection for Aspergillus niger?
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What is the purpose of antigen detection in serum?
What is the purpose of antigen detection in serum?
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What is the term for the allergic reaction to Aspergillus fumigatus in hypersensitive individuals?
What is the term for the allergic reaction to Aspergillus fumigatus in hypersensitive individuals?
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What is the primary mode of infection for Histoplasma capsulatum?
What is the primary mode of infection for Histoplasma capsulatum?
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What is the characteristic growth of Aspergillus fumigatus on Sabouraud's agar?
What is the characteristic growth of Aspergillus fumigatus on Sabouraud's agar?
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What is the term for the type of cells that Histoplasma capsulatum infects?
What is the term for the type of cells that Histoplasma capsulatum infects?
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What is the primary disease caused by Aspergillus fumigatus in patients with pre-existing lung disease?
What is the primary disease caused by Aspergillus fumigatus in patients with pre-existing lung disease?
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