The Antigenic Composition of Cryptococcus Neoformans: I. A Serologic Classification by Means of the Capsular and Agglutination Reactions

摘要: Summary A satisfactory method for the preparation of antisera against encapsulated strains Cryptococcus neoformans has been described. By use agglutination test, capsular reaction, and agglutinin absorption, nineteen C. have divided into three serologic types which designated as Types A, B, The capsule is concerned with type specificity judged by its reaction in antiserum.