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What type of antibodies may interfere with agglutination by IgG and IgM and cause a serologic test result to be negative in low serum dilutions?
What type of antibodies may interfere with agglutination by IgG and IgM and cause a serologic test result to be negative in low serum dilutions?
What is the main limitation of the Rose Bengal Plate Test (RBPT) in endemic areas?
What is the main limitation of the Rose Bengal Plate Test (RBPT) in endemic areas?
What is the main advantage of the Brucellacapt (Vircell, Granada, Spain) method?
What is the main advantage of the Brucellacapt (Vircell, Granada, Spain) method?
What is the cut-off value for IgG agglutinin titers in diagnosing active Brucella infection?
What is the cut-off value for IgG agglutinin titers in diagnosing active Brucella infection?
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What method is used to detect 'blocking' antibodies that may interfere with agglutination tests?
What method is used to detect 'blocking' antibodies that may interfere with agglutination tests?
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What type of proteins are used as antigens in ELISA assays for Brucella diagnosis?
What type of proteins are used as antigens in ELISA assays for Brucella diagnosis?
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What is the primary mode of transmission of Legionella?
What is the primary mode of transmission of Legionella?
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What is the primary site of infection for Legionella?
What is the primary site of infection for Legionella?
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What is the characteristic of Legionella that makes it difficult to diagnose?
What is the characteristic of Legionella that makes it difficult to diagnose?
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What is the definitive method of diagnosis for Legionella?
What is the definitive method of diagnosis for Legionella?
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What is the characteristic of the urinary antigen test for Legionella?
What is the characteristic of the urinary antigen test for Legionella?
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What is the primary reason for the difficulty in treating Legionella infections?
What is the primary reason for the difficulty in treating Legionella infections?
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What is the primary route of transmission of Brucella to humans through consuming dairy products?
What is the primary route of transmission of Brucella to humans through consuming dairy products?
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What is the global status of animal brucellosis?
What is the global status of animal brucellosis?
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What is a common symptom of brucellosis infection in humans?
What is a common symptom of brucellosis infection in humans?
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What is the diagnostic gold standard for brucellosis?
What is the diagnostic gold standard for brucellosis?
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What is a characteristic of Brucella species growth on agar media?
What is a characteristic of Brucella species growth on agar media?
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What is the purpose of Christensen's urea slant in brucellosis diagnosis?
What is the purpose of Christensen's urea slant in brucellosis diagnosis?
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What is the limitation of serologic assays for brucellosis?
What is the limitation of serologic assays for brucellosis?
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What is the treatment for brucellosis infection?
What is the treatment for brucellosis infection?
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What is the significance of holding blood cultures for ≥10 days?
What is the significance of holding blood cultures for ≥10 days?
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What is the purpose of using a biologic safety cabinet in brucellosis diagnosis?
What is the purpose of using a biologic safety cabinet in brucellosis diagnosis?
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