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How is an infection with Cryptococcus neoformans diagnosed?

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How is an infection with Cryptococcus neoformans diagnosed?

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The diagnosis can be made by microscopic examination and/or culture of tissue or body fluids such as blood, cerebrospinal fluid and sputum. The cryptococcal antigen test is a rapid test that can be performed on blood and/or cerebrospinal fluid to make the diagnosis.