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
Systemic infection is caused by all fungi except ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Cryptococcus, B. Histoplasma, C. Dermatophytes, D. Paracoccidioides
C: Dermatophytes
Answer: C: Dermatophytes 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Dermatophytes SYSTEMIC MYCOSES Deep seated fungal infections caused by fungi that are soil saprophytes. Infection is accidental. Inhalation of air borne spores produced by moulds Dimorphic fungi are causative agents. Ex: - Blastomyces dermatitidis - Paracoccidioides brasiliensis - Coccidioides immitis - Histoplasma capsulatum