Bacterial Identification in Clinical Settings
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Why is accurate bacterial identification crucial in a clinical setting?

  • For diagnosing bacterial infections
  • For determining the appropriate treatment
  • For controlling the spread of bacterial infections
  • All of the above (correct)

Microbiology labs only provide information about the type of infection, not how to treat it.

False (B)

Why is proper specimen collection and handling important in bacterial identification?

To ensure accurate results and prevent contamination

Samples should be collected from _______ sites to preserve viability.

<p>appropriate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a general type of method used in bacterial identification?

<p>Astrological methods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tracking bacterial infections does NOT contribute to public health.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:

<p>Clinical Importance = Accurate identification is crucial for diagnosis, treatment, and control of bacterial infections. Sample Integrity = Preserving the state of the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is observed in a fresh, unstained film under direct microscopic examination?

<p>Bacterial motility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gram staining is used to determine the motility of bacteria.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of bacteria does Gram staining primarily differentiate?

<p>cell wall structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bacteria that require oxygen for growth are described as ______.

<p>aerobic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characteristics is examined when analyzing colony morphology?

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Anaerobic bacteria require oxygen for growth.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using growth media in the cultivation of bacteria?

<p>provide nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

Testing bacterial response to antibiotics is called:

<p>Antibiotic Sensitivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following methods with their descriptions:

<p>Direct Microscopic Examination = Visual inspection of samples Cultivation of Bacteria = Growing bacteria in controlled environments Biochemical Reaction = Analyzing metabolic processes of bacteria Antibiotic Sensitivity = Testing bacterial response to antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method provides quantitative MIC results?

<p>E-test (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the disc diffusion method, a smaller zone of inhibition indicates higher effectiveness of the antibiotic.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the dilution method, the goal is to determine the __________.

<p>MIC</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the disc diffusion method after preparing the agar plate?

<p>inoculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following methods with their function:

<p>Disc Diffusion = Assess antibiotic susceptibility via zone of inhibition E-test = Quantitative determination of MIC PCR = Direct identification of bacteria based on genetic material</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method of antigen detection?

<p>Latex agglutination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

PCR is used to decrease the amount of DNA in clinical specimens.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in PCR?

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Bacterial typing methods classify bacteria into subspecies, types, or ________.

<p>strains</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of phenotypic typing?

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Genotypic typing is based on observable characteristics.

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What enzyme is used in restriction digestion during plasmid fingerprinting?

<p>Restriction endonuclease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of antibiotic susceptibility testing?

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___________typing classifies bacteria according to their antigenic structure.

<p>Serotyping</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following typing methods with their description:

<p>Biotyping = Differentiates bacteria based on biochemical reactions Serotyping = Classifies bacteria according to their antigenic structure Phage Typing = Determines susceptibility to lytic action of bacteriophages Antibiotic Susceptibility Test = Determines bacterial response to various antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of selective media in microbiology?

<p>To favor the growth of specific bacteria while inhibiting others (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Differential media are used to completely prevent the growth of certain bacteria.

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What is a 'surface pellicle' in fluid media cultivation?

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In fluid media, when bacteria growth results in even cloudiness throughout the medium it is called uniform ______.

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What does a bacterial colony represent when grown on the surface of agar?

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Diverse colonies on a single agar plate indicate the presence of only one bacterial species.

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What does beta-hemolysis on blood agar indicate?

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What color are colonies of lactose fermenters on MacConkey's agar?

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On blood agar, alpha-haemolytic colonies cause ______ lysis of red blood cells, forming green pigments around the colony.

<p>incomplete</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of media or result on media, with the description:

<p>Selective Media = Favors the growth of specific bacteria while inhibiting others Differential Media = Allows visual distinction between bacteria Beta-haemolytic = Complete lysis of red blood cells Surface Pellicle = Thin film at the top of the medium</p> Signup and view all the answers

__________ typing is based on observable characteristics of bacteria.

<p>Phenotypic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why accurate bacterial identification is important?

<p>Determining the price of antibiotics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Microbiology labs provide information for patient care, including identifying infectious agents and antibiotic susceptibility.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of public health surveillance in the context of bacterial infections?

<p>monitoring and tracking bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

To ensure accurate results, it's essential to have proper collection and __________ of samples.

<p>handling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key consideration when collecting samples for bacterial identification?

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The methods used for bacterial identification are always the same, regardless of the bacteria in question.

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Match the term with the description

<p>Diagnosis = Identification of a disease or condition Treatment = Medical care given to cure or alleviate a disease Control = Measures taken to limit the spread of an infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Direct microscopic examination of fresh, unstained film primarily demonstrates what characteristic of organisms?

<p>Motility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gram staining is used to observe bacterial motility.

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What is the primary purpose of Gram staining?

<p>differentiate bacteria based on cell wall structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

In stained preparations, Gram staining helps determine whether bacteria are Gram-positive or Gram-________.

<p>negative</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of bacterial colonies is NOT typically examined to aid in identification?

<p>Temperature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All bacteria require oxygen to grow.

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What is the purpose of culturing bacteria on specific media?

<p>provide nutrients for growth and allow isolation of individual colonies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of testing bacterial response to antibiotics?

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Match the identification method with its primary purpose:

<p>Direct Microscopic Examination = Visual inspection of samples or cultures Cultivation of Bacteria = Growing bacteria in controlled environments Biochemical Reaction = Analyzing metabolic processes of bacteria Antibiotic Sensitivity = Testing bacterial response to antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color change indicates acid production in sugar fermentation?

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Swarming growth of bacteria results in a wave-like pattern.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The triple sugar iron test uses a medium containing glucose, lactose, and ______.

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What does a black coloration of the butt in a Triple Sugar Iron test indicate?

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What type of agar can inhibit swarming?

<p>CLED agar</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the slant and butt of a Triple Sugar Iron test remain red, it indicates lactose or sucrose fermentation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of biochemical tests in bacterial identification?

<p>To assess metabolic reactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The indole production test demonstrates the ability of bacteria to decompose tryptophan into ______.

<p>indole</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the result of the Triple Sugar Iron test with their description

<p>K/K = Slant and butt remain red K/A = Slant turns red, butt yellow A/A = Slant and butt turn yellow</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of media favors the growth of specific bacteria while inhibiting the growth of others?

<p>Selective media (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Differential media prevent visual distinction between different bacteria.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bacteria is known for producing pigments that diffuse into the surrounding medium?

<p>Pseudomonas aeruginosa (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a thin film formed at the top of a fluid medium by bacterial growth?

<p>surface pellicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Even cloudiness throughout a fluid medium is referred to as uniform ______.

<p>turbidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

On agar media, bacteria grow in the form of:

<p>Colonies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Each bacterial colony on agar represents multiple bacterial cells.

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What type of hemolysis results in the complete lysis of red blood cells on blood agar?

<p>Beta-hemolysis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color results from alpha-hemolysis on blood agar?

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On MacConkey's agar, lactose fermenters produce ______ colonies.

<p>rose pink</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following bacterial characteristics on blood agar:

<p>Beta-hemolytic = Complete lysis of red blood cells, resulting in a clear zone Alpha-hemolytic = Incomplete lysis of red blood cells, forming green pigments Non-hemolytic = No visible effect on the blood agar</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Bacterial Identification

Determining the specific type of bacteria present in a sample.

Clinical Importance

Essential for correct diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of bacterial infections.

Diverse Methods

Traditional culture methods to molecular techniques.

Role of Microbiology Labs

Provide key data for patient care, including pathogen ID and antibiotic susceptibility.

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Diagnostic Tools

Crucial for finding the cause and treatment strategy.

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Public Health Impact

Tracking infections assists in disease spread prevention.

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Accuracy Matters

Ensures accurate results, helps avoid misleading data.

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Direct Microscopic Examination

Visual inspection of samples or cultures to initially identify bacteria.

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Cultivation of Bacteria

Growing bacteria in controlled environments to study and identify them.

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Biochemical Reaction Analysis

Analyzing metabolic processes of bacteria to identify them.

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Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing

Testing a bacterium's response to antibiotics.

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Fresh Unstained Film

Observing live bacterial movement in a sample.

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Stained Preparations

Determines cell wall structure (Gram + or -), shape, size and arrangement.

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Gram Staining

Technique differentiating bacteria based on cell wall structure.

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Growth Media

Provide nutrients for bacterial growth and allow isolation of colonies.

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Colony Morphology

Size, shape, color, and other features to identify potential bacterial species.

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Disc Diffusion Method

A test where antibiotic-impregnated discs are placed on an inoculated agar plate, and zones of inhibition are measured.

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E-test

A method that provides quantitative Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) results to determine antibiotic susceptibility.

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Dilution Method (MIC)

A method to determine the lowest concentration of an antibiotic that inhibits the growth of a microorganism.

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Interpreting Zone Size

Larger zone indicates higher effectiveness of the antibiotic. No zone indicates resistance to the antibiotic.

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Molecular Methods (PCR)

Techniques like PCR that identify bacteria by analyzing their unique DNA sequences.

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Antigen Detection

Detects bacterial components (antigens) directly from a sample.

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Antibody Detection

Detects antibodies produced by the host in response to a bacterial infection.

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PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)

Amplifies small amounts of DNA to detectable levels for identification.

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PCR Steps

Isolating DNA, amplifying target sequences, detecting amplified DNA, and identifying bacteria by comparing to known profiles.

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Bacterial Typing

Classifying bacteria into subspecies, types, or strains.

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Phenotypic Typing

Classifying bacteria based on observable characteristics.

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Genotypic Typing

Classifying bacteria based on their genetic makeup.

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Biotyping

Differentiates bacteria by their differing biochemical reaction profiles.

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Antibiotic Susceptibility Test

Determines how bacteria respond to different antibiotics.

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Plasmid Fingerprinting

Analyzing plasmid DNA profiles to differentiate bacterial strains.

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Selective Media

Favors the growth of specific bacteria while inhibiting others.

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Differential Media

Allows visual distinction between bacteria based on reactions.

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Surface Pellicle

Thin film at the top of a fluid medium.

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Uniform Turbidity

Even cloudiness throughout a fluid medium.

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Sediment

Accumulation of bacteria at the bottom of a fluid medium.

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Colony Origin

Each colony represents a single bacterial cell.

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Beta-hemolytic

Complete lysis of red blood cells.

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Alpha-hemolytic

Incomplete lysis of red blood cells, forming green pigments.

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Non-hemolytic

No visible effect on the blood agar.

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Lactose Fermenters (MacConkey's)

Produce rose pink colonies on MacConkey's agar.

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Specimen Integrity

Ensuring correct collection & storage of specimens.

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Bacterial ID's Public Health Role

Contributes to tracking and managing outbreaks effectively.

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Clinical Diagnostic Tools

Microbiology labs are necessary for diagnoses.

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Prevent Contamination

Prevents skewed results due to external factors.

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Proper sample handling

To prevent contamination that could alter the results.

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Range of Techniques

Using varied methods, from older to current.

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Latex Agglutination

Uses antibodies to detect bacterial antigens directly from a sample.

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Agglutination Tests

Uses bacterial antigens to detect host antibodies in a sample, indicating infection.

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Phage Typing

Classifies bacteria based on their susceptibility to lysis by specific bacteriophages.

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Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing

Determines a bacterium's response to different antibiotics.

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Fluid Media: Surface Pellicle

A thin film of bacterial growth on the top surface of a liquid medium.

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Fluid Media: Uniform Turbidity

Cloudiness evenly distributed throughout a liquid medium, indicating bacterial growth.

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Fluid Media: Sediment

An accumulation of bacteria settling at the bottom of a liquid medium.

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Agar Media: Colony Growth

Growing bacteria on agar in the form of colonies, with each colony originating from a single cell.

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MacConkey's Agar: Lactose Fermenters

Bacteria that can ferment lactose, producing rose pink colonies on MacConkey's agar.

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Exopigment Production

Pigments produced by some bacteria that diffuse into the surrounding medium, changing its color.

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Swarming Growth

The rapid and coordinated movement of bacteria across a solid surface, often appearing as waves or concentric rings.

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Inhibiting Swarming

The prevention of swarming motility in bacteria using specific types of agar or by increasing agar concentration.

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Metabolic Reactions (Tests)

Tests that evaluate the presence or absence of specific enzymes or metabolic pathways in bacteria.

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Identification Keys

Guides that correlate specific biochemical reactions to known bacterial species for identification.

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Confirmative Tests

Tests used to confirm preliminary bacterial identifications based on morphology and culture characteristics.

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Acid Only Production

Production of acid as the only end-product of sugar fermentation, indicated by a color change.

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Acid and Gas Production

Production of both acid and gas during sugar fermentation, indicated by a color change and gas bubbles.

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Triple Sugar Iron (TSI) Test

A test using a medium with glucose, lactose, sucrose, and ferrous sulphate to identify fermentation patterns and H2S production.

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Indole Production Test

A test that detects the ability of bacteria to break down tryptophan into indole.

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