Select the false statement about Pneumocystis jiroveci
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
It is seen only in immunocompromised individuals
Frequently associated with CMV
May be associated with pneumatoceles
Diagnosed with sputum microscopy
mycology