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What is the primary issue with using mucoid fecal samples?
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?
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?
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?
What is the main advantage of SAF (Sodium Acetate-Acetic-Acid Formalin) fixative?
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What is the main difference between SAF fixative and Meyer's Egg Albumin C?
What is the main difference between SAF fixative and Meyer's Egg Albumin C?
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What is the primary issue with using Meyer's Egg Albumin C in antigen tests?
What is the primary issue with using Meyer's Egg Albumin C in antigen tests?
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What is the primary advantage of SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems?
What is the primary advantage of SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems?
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What is the main difference between SAF fixative and SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems?
What is the main difference between SAF fixative and SV-CS Alternative vial collection systems?
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What is the primary concern with using mercuric chloride-containing fixatives?
What is the primary concern with using mercuric chloride-containing fixatives?
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What is the main advantage of using SAF fixative in direct fecal staining?
What is the main advantage of using SAF fixative in direct fecal staining?
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