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What is the primary focus of FHMS macroscopic examination of cultures?
What is the primary focus of FHMS macroscopic examination of cultures?
- Observing the visible characteristics of microbial colonies (correct)
- Observing microbial colonies under a microscope
- Utilizing specific antibodies to detect antigens or antibodies
- Assessing the metabolic capabilities of microorganisms
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of colony morphology?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of colony morphology?
- Size
- Temperature (correct)
- Shape
- Texture
What is the primary purpose of Gram staining?
What is the primary purpose of Gram staining?
- To detect the presence of catalase enzyme
- To identify bacteria capable of producing coagulase enzyme
- To distinguish between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (correct)
- To detect mycobacteria and other acid-fast organisms
Which of the following is an example of a biochemical test for identification?
Which of the following is an example of a biochemical test for identification?
What is the purpose of the coagulase test?
What is the purpose of the coagulase test?
Which of the following is an example of a serological test for identification?
Which of the following is an example of a serological test for identification?
What is the purpose of acid-fast staining?
What is the purpose of acid-fast staining?
What is the focus of microscopic examination of cultures?
What is the focus of microscopic examination of cultures?
What is the primary purpose of the catalase test?
What is the primary purpose of the catalase test?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of growth patterns?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of growth patterns?