Fixatives and Preservatives in Microbiology

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What is the primary issue with using mucoid fecal samples?

Unsatisfactory adhesion

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

It has poor adhesive properties

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

It provides excellent preservation of protozoan trophozoites

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

It is suitable for concentration procedures and direct fecal staining

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

SAF fixative is a liquid-type fixative

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

It has poor adhesive properties

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

It is a non-toxic fixative

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

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

They pose a disposal problem

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

It is a liquid-type fixative

Test your knowledge of various fixatives and preservatives used in microbiology, including formalin, MIF, Schaudinn's, PUA, and more. Learn about their composition, mechanism of action, and significance in microbiological studies.

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