Select the false statement about Pneumocystis jiroveci
Correct Answer: Frequently associated with CMV
Description: Pneumocystis jiroveci infection is transmitted by respiratory droplets and is asymptomatic in immunocompetent individuals. In immunocompromised individuals, life threatening pneumonia (pneumatocele) develops. Specimen - induced sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage or lung biopsy. Not associated with CMV. Ref: Textbook of Microbiology, Ananthanarayan and Paniker; 9th edition
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