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Fixatives and Preservatives in Microbiology

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What is the primary issue with using mucoid fecal samples?

Poor preservation of protozoan trophozoites

Unsatisfactory adhesion (correct)

Toxicity of the fixative

Inability to use in concentration procedures

What is the primary concern with using Meyer's Egg Albumin C?

It has poor adhesive properties (correct)

It contains mercuric chloride

It is not suitable for concentration procedures

It is not suitable for direct fecal staining

What is the main advantage of Meyer's Egg Albumin C?

It has good adhesive properties

It is a non-toxic fixative

It provides excellent preservation of protozoan trophozoites (correct)

It can be used for antigen tests

What is the main advantage of SAF (Sodium Acetate-Acetic-Acid Formalin) fixative?

It is suitable for concentration procedures and direct fecal staining (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between SAF fixative and Meyer's Egg Albumin C?

SAF fixative is a liquid-type fixative (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary issue with using Meyer's Egg Albumin C in antigen tests?

It has poor adhesive properties (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems?

It is a non-toxic fixative (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between SAF fixative and SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems?

SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems are made with a proprietary formula (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern with using mercuric chloride-containing fixatives?

They pose a disposal problem (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using SAF fixative in direct fecal staining?

It is a liquid-type fixative (B) Signup and view all the answers