Bird Seed Agar for the isolation of Cryptococcus neoformans

Bird Seed Agar for the isolation of Cryptococcus neoformans

Bird Seed Agar is a solid medium used for selective and differential isolation of Cryptococcus neoformans from clinical specimens. Cryptococcus neoformans is an encapsulated yeast that produces the enzyme phenoloxidase, an enzyme necessary in melanin synthesis. The brown pigmented colonies of Cryptococcus neoformans were observed by … Read more

Difference Between Mold and Yeast

Difference Between Mold and Yeast

S.N. Characteristics Mold Yeast 1 Habitat Typically found in damp, dark or steam-filled areas. Very common. Can be found on fruit and berries, in the stomach of mammals and on skin, among other places. 2 Cell Multicellular (multiple celled) Unicellular (one cell) 3 Shape Filamentous … Read more