Advantages and Disadvantages of Wet Mount Preparation

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What is a disadvantage of using this method for fungal identification?

It can accurately distinguish between different types of fungi.
The preparation can be kept for a long time without drying.
It is not simple, economical, or rapid.
Pus and sputum may contain artifacts resembling hyphal and budding forms of fungi. (correct)

How can the drying of the preparation be prevented or prolonged?

By leaving the slides uncovered
By keeping the slides in a moist chamber (correct)
By adding more sputum to the preparation
By exposing the slides to high heat

What does this method provide an idea about?

Presence of bacterial colonies
Presence of hyphal element (correct)
Size of the fungi
Color of the fungi

What is one of the advantages of this method?

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Study Notes

Fungal Identification Method

One disadvantage of this method is that it can be influenced by the skill of the observer, leading to potential misidentification.

Preserving Preparations

Drying of the preparation can be prevented or prolonged by using a humid chamber or a sealant to maintain a stable environment.

Method Capabilities

This method provides an idea about the fungal morphology, particularly the shape and size of the fungal spores.

Method Advantages

One advantage of this method is that it allows for rapid identification of fungi, making it a useful tool for timely diagnosis and treatment.

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Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of wet mount preparation for observing fungi under a microscope. Understand the benefits and limitations of this rapid and economical technique.