This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Microbiology
Which of the following fungi is/are difficult to isolate culture - 
Select and explain. 
A. Candida, B. Dermatophytes, C. Cryptococcus, D. Malassezia furfur
D: Malassezia furfur
Answer: D: Malassezia furfur 
Explanation: Malassezia furfur does not grow on regular sabouraud's medium.
It requires complex media to grow
M. furfur is a lipid-dependent fungus and 1% emulsified olive oil is added to sabouraud medium for its cultivation
Two media are now widely employed for all Malassezia species.


Dixon medium
Modified Dixon medium