This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Mycology, Subject name: Microbiology
Reynold Braude phenomenon is seen in: 
Select and explain. 
A. Candida albicans, B. Candida parapsilosis, C. Histoplasma, D. Cryptococcus
A: Candida albicans
Answer: A: Candida albicans 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Candida albicansGerm tube test: Culture inoculated in sheep or human serum and incubated at 37degC for 2-4 hours. A drop of suspension examined under microscope. Long tube like projections extending from yeast cell (true hypha). There is no constriction at the point of attachment. Called as Reynolds-Braude phenomenon.