A pharmaceutical company has developed a new compound that is well tolerated by the body and inhibits the sterol ergosterol synthesis. Screening of this anti-infectious agent activity should be directed toward

A. Viruses
B. Rickettsia species
C. Fungi
D. Bacteria
E. Chlamydia species


Ans: C. Fungi

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