*Cryptococcus neoformans* has a capsule that can inhibit phagocytosis.

Virulence factors of *Cryptococcus neoformans*

*Cryptococcus neoformans* is a fungal pathogen that can cause cryptococcus meningitis in immunocompromised people. 

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Cryptococcal meningitis is caused by the fungal pathogen, *Cryptococcus neoformans*. Most infections go without serious illness, but they can lead to meningitis in immunocompromised patients. 

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