The Fungi That Cause Tinea (Or Ringworm)are Able to Infect

Question

The fungi that cause tinea (or ringworm)are able to infect skin because they secrete a
A)coagulase.
B)mucinase.
C)haemolysin.
D)keratinase.
E)leukocidin.

Accepted Answer

The fungi that cause tinea (or ringworm) have the ability to infect and invade the skin because they secrete keratinase, which is an enzyme that breaks down keratin, a protein present in hair, nails, and skin. By breaking down keratin, the fungi can penetrate and colonize the skin, causing the characteristic symptoms of tinea.