Microbiology All the statements about nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), are TRUE, EXCEPT: A NTM are ubiquitous in soil and water B No human-to-human transmission of NTM C Disseminated disease denotes significant immune dysfunction D Pulmonary disease, is usually associated with systemic immunodeficiency. 💡 Explanation All the statements about nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), are TRUE, EXCEPT: ✓ Correct Answer: D. Pulmonary disease, is usually associated with systemic immunodeficiency.