10 Questions
What is the primary habitat of Histoplasma capsulatum?
Soil contaminated with bird excreta
What is the characteristic shape of Aspergillus fumigatus hyphae?
Flask-shaped
What is the term for the fungus ball that grows in a pre-existing cavity?
Aspergilloma
What is the main site of infection for Aspergillus niger?
External auditory meatus
What is the purpose of antigen detection in serum?
To diagnose Invasive Aspergillosis
What is the term for the allergic reaction to Aspergillus fumigatus in hypersensitive individuals?
ABPA
What is the primary mode of infection for Histoplasma capsulatum?
Through contaminated soil
What is the characteristic growth of Aspergillus fumigatus on Sabouraud's agar?
Smoky green growth
What is the term for the type of cells that Histoplasma capsulatum infects?
Macrophages
What is the primary disease caused by Aspergillus fumigatus in patients with pre-existing lung disease?
Pulmonary Aspergillosis
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