Which of the following statements is NOT true about Cryptococcus neoformans?

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It is a fungus without a capsule that infects humansIt can cause meningitisIts virulence is associated with melanin synthesisIt is a yeast belonging to the Basidiomycota classIt forms a thick polysaccharide capsule

Explanation

Cryptococcus neoformans is a capsulated yeast known to cause meningitis. Its ability to produce melanin contributes to its virulence, and it is classified as a basidiomycetous yeast. The statement that it is noncapsulated is incorrect.