Decreased susceptibility of melanized Cryptococcus neoformans to UV light.
AUTOR(ES)
Wang, Y
RESUMO
Melanized Cryptococcus neoformans cells were less susceptible than nonmelanized cells to the fungicidal effects of UV light. Phenoloxidase-catalyzed production of melanin-like pigments may serve to protect the fungus against ionizing radiation.
ACESSO AO ARTIGO
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