Which fungi have a capsule? A. Histoplasma capsulatum B. Blastomyces dermatitidis C. Coccidioides immitis D. Cryptococcus neoformans

The correct answer is D. Cryptococcus neoformans.<br /><br />Cryptococcus neoformans is a type of fungus that has a capsule. The capsule is a protective layer that surrounds the fungal cell and helps it evade the immune system. This capsule is composed of polysaccharides and is considered a virulent factor, meaning it contributes to the fungus's ability to cause disease.<br /><br />The other options listed, Histoplasma capsulatum, Blastomyces dermatitidis, and Coccidioides immitis, do not have a capsule.