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What is the primary purpose of the coagulase test?
What is the primary purpose of the coagulase test?
What is the enzyme produced by Staphylococcus aureus that is detected by the coagulase test?
What is the enzyme produced by Staphylococcus aureus that is detected by the coagulase test?
What is the significance of a negative coagulase test result?
What is the significance of a negative coagulase test result?
What is the result of a positive coagulase test?
What is the result of a positive coagulase test?
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What is the purpose of incubating the tube in the tube coagulase test?
What is the purpose of incubating the tube in the tube coagulase test?
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What is the importance of differentiating Staphylococcus aureus from other Staphylococcus species?
What is the importance of differentiating Staphylococcus aureus from other Staphylococcus species?
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What is the key component of human plasma that is converted to fibrin by coagulase, leading to clot formation?
What is the key component of human plasma that is converted to fibrin by coagulase, leading to clot formation?
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What is the primary virulence factor associated with Staphylococcus aureus that contributes to its pathogenicity?
What is the primary virulence factor associated with Staphylococcus aureus that contributes to its pathogenicity?
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What is the significance of rapid identification of Staphylococcus aureus in clinical settings?
What is the significance of rapid identification of Staphylococcus aureus in clinical settings?
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What is a potential limitation of the coagulase test in terms of bacterial species?
What is a potential limitation of the coagulase test in terms of bacterial species?
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What is the common type of infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus?
What is the common type of infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus?
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What is the potential limitation of the coagulase test in terms of Staphylococcus aureus strains?
What is the potential limitation of the coagulase test in terms of Staphylococcus aureus strains?
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Study Notes
Coagulase Test for Staphylococcus aureus Identification
The coagulase test is a diagnostic tool used to identify Staphylococcus aureus, a type of bacteria that can cause a range of infections.
Principle:
The coagulase test detects the presence of coagulase, an enzyme produced by S. aureus that converts fibrinogen into fibrin, leading to clot formation.
Method:
- Slide coagulase test: A loopful of bacterial culture is mixed with a small amount of plasma on a glass slide. If coagulase is present, a clot will form within 5-10 minutes.
- Tube coagulase test: A bacterial culture is added to a tube containing plasma and incubated at 37°C for 1-4 hours. The formation of a clot indicates a positive result.
Interpretation:
- Positive result: Clot formation indicates the presence of coagulase, which is a characteristic of S. aureus.
- Negative result: No clot formation suggests the absence of coagulase, which may indicate the presence of other Staphylococcus species, such as S. epidermidis.
Significance:
- The coagulase test is a rapid and simple method for identifying S. aureus.
- It is an important tool in the diagnosis of S. aureus infections, such as skin and soft tissue infections, respiratory infections, and bacteremia.
- The test can also help differentiate S. aureus from other Staphylococcus species, which is important for guiding treatment and infection control measures.
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Learn about the coagulase test, a diagnostic tool used to identify Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, and understand its principle, method, and significance in diagnosing infections.