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
Maltese cross in polarizing microscopy is seen in: 
Select and explain. 
A. Cryptococcus neoformans, B. Penicillium marneffi, C. Blastomyces, D. Candida albicans
A: Cryptococcus neoformans
Answer: A: Cryptococcus neoformans 
Explanation: Ans. (a) Cryptococcus neoformans odoit:Medical conditions showing maltese cross Infections: Babseia Cryptococcus Paracoccidiodes Malassezia sp. Lab medicine: Urinalysis: 'Maltese crosses' shaped cast are seen in patients of nephrotic syndrome, eclampsia, renal toxicity, fat embolism, after crush injury and in Fabry's disease--due to aggregates of glycosphingolipids Ohopaedics: Ahroscopic fluid following local trauma