#1
Which of the following is a common fungal pathogen in humans?
Candida albicans
ExplanationCommon human fungal pathogen causing candidiasis.
#2
What is the term for the process by which fungi cause disease in their host?
Fungal pathogenesis
ExplanationProcess of fungal disease development.
#3
Which of the following is not a risk factor for fungal infections?
High cholesterol levels
ExplanationNot associated with increased risk of fungal infections.
#4
What is the term for a fungal infection that affects the nails?
Onychomycosis
ExplanationFungal infection affecting the nails.
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom of a fungal lung infection?
Coughing up blood
ExplanationCommon symptom of fungal lung infections.
#6
Which of the following is a common superficial fungal infection of the skin?
Candidiasis
ExplanationCommon fungal infection affecting the skin.
#7
Which of the following is not a diagnostic method for fungal infections?
Rapid blood test
ExplanationNot a method for diagnosing fungal infections.
#8
Which antifungal drug works by inhibiting ergosterol synthesis?
Fluconazole
ExplanationInhibits ergosterol synthesis in fungi.
#9
Which fungal species commonly causes athlete's foot?
Trichophyton rubrum
ExplanationCommon causative agent of athlete's foot.
#10
Which diagnostic method is used to detect fungal antigens in patient samples?
Serology
ExplanationDetects fungal antigens in patient samples.
#11
Which antifungal drug interferes with fungal cell wall synthesis?
Caspofungin
ExplanationInhibits fungal cell wall synthesis.
#12
Which of the following fungal infections is commonly associated with bird droppings?
Histoplasmosis
ExplanationCommonly associated with exposure to bird droppings.
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of systemic fungal infections?
Fever and weight loss
ExplanationCommon features of systemic fungal infections.
#14
Which of the following is a common opportunistic fungal infection in immunocompromised individuals?
Pneumocystis pneumonia
ExplanationCommon opportunistic infection in immunocompromised.
#15
Which antifungal drug can lead to nephrotoxicity?
Amphotericin B
ExplanationAssociated with kidney toxicity.
#16
Which of the following fungal species commonly causes infections in patients with cystic fibrosis?
Aspergillus fumigatus
ExplanationCommonly infects patients with cystic fibrosis.
#17
Which antifungal drug inhibits fungal protein synthesis by targeting the 60S ribosomal subunit?
Amphotericin B
ExplanationInhibits fungal protein synthesis via ribosomal subunit.