genus Blastomyces

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Definition

Noun 1. A taxonomic genus of fungi: Genus Blastomyces is a genus of pathogenic, yeast-like fungi in the division Ascomycota. The fungi in this genus are dimorphic, meaning they can exist in two forms: as a mold in the environment and as a yeast in human or animal tissue at body temperature.

Usage Examples
  • The laboratory report identified the organism as belonging to genus Blastomyces.
  • Blastomyces dermatitidis is the primary species within genus Blastomyces that causes disease in humans.
  • Research into genus Blastomyces helps us understand fungal pathogenesis.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is used primarily in scientific, medical, and mycological contexts. It is often followed by a specific species name (e.g., , ).
  • It can be used in discussions about fungal taxonomy, epidemiology, and clinical diagnosis.
Variants and Related Words
  • Blastomyces (n): The singular form, often used interchangeably with "genus " in informal scientific communication.
  • Blastomycosis (n): The disease caused by fungi of genus , typically a systemic infection affecting the lungs, skin, and bones.
  • Dimorphic fungus (n): A general term describing fungi like those in genus that switch between mold and yeast forms.
Synonyms
  • Taxonomic genus Blastomyces (This is a formal synonym, as the genus name itself is the key identifier. There are no true common-language synonyms for this scientific term.)
Related Phrases
  • Fungi of the genus Blastomyces: A phrase specifying the organisms belonging to this taxonomic group.
  • Blastomyces infection: A phrase referring to an infection caused by this genus of fungi.
Noun
  1. genus of pathogenic yeastlike fungi

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