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Which staining method relies on outlining the bacteria with ink to visualize the capsule?
Which staining method relies on outlining the bacteria with ink to visualize the capsule?
- Hiss
- Gin (correct)
- Wadsworth
- Tyler
If a microbiologist observes red granules within bacterial cells stained with Loeffler’s Alkaline Methylene Blue (LAMB), what cellular structures are they likely observing?
If a microbiologist observes red granules within bacterial cells stained with Loeffler’s Alkaline Methylene Blue (LAMB), what cellular structures are they likely observing?
- Capsules
- Flagella
- Metachromatic granules (correct)
- Spores
A lab technician performs a spore stain and observes green structures within pink-stained bacterial cells. Which staining method was most likely used?
A lab technician performs a spore stain and observes green structures within pink-stained bacterial cells. Which staining method was most likely used?
- Albert
- Writz-Conklin (correct)
- Dorner
- Ljubinsky
Which of the following stains is specifically used to enhance the visibility of bacterial flagella rather than directly staining them?
Which of the following stains is specifically used to enhance the visibility of bacterial flagella rather than directly staining them?
A researcher is examining a sample suspected of containing Rickettsia. If the bacteria stain red, which staining method was likely used?
A researcher is examining a sample suspected of containing Rickettsia. If the bacteria stain red, which staining method was likely used?
In a clinical setting, a microbiologist needs to quickly identify spores in a bacterial sample. Which staining method would be most appropriate for visualizing spores in green?
In a clinical setting, a microbiologist needs to quickly identify spores in a bacterial sample. Which staining method would be most appropriate for visualizing spores in green?
A microbiologist is analyzing a bacterial sample and observes blue-black granules after staining. Which stain was most likely employed to visualize these granules?
A microbiologist is analyzing a bacterial sample and observes blue-black granules after staining. Which stain was most likely employed to visualize these granules?
Which staining method results in a pinkish capsule and blue bacteria?
Which staining method results in a pinkish capsule and blue bacteria?
A modified Gram stain can be used to visualize which of the following structures?
A modified Gram stain can be used to visualize which of the following structures?
Which stain is LEAST likely to be used for visualizing bacterial capsules?
Which stain is LEAST likely to be used for visualizing bacterial capsules?
Flashcards
Hiss Stain
Hiss Stain
Stains capsule pale brown.
Tyler Stain
Tyler Stain
Stains capsule light violet.
Muir Stain
Muir Stain
Stains capsule light blue.
Gin Stain
Gin Stain
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LAMB Stain
LAMB Stain
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Albert Stain
Albert Stain
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Neisser Stain
Neisser Stain
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Fulton-Schaeffer Stain
Fulton-Schaeffer Stain
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Dorner Stain
Dorner Stain
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Castaneda Stain
Castaneda Stain
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Study Notes
Capsule Stains
- Hiss stain results in a pale brown capsule.
- Tyler stain results in a light violet capsule.
- Muir stain results in a light blue capsule.
- Gin stain leaves the capsule unstained, with bacteria outlined by ink.
- Wadsworth stain produces a pinkish capsule and blue bacteria.
- Welch stain results in a pale violet capsule.
Metachromatic Granules Stains
- Loeffler’s Alkaline Methylene Blue (LAMB) stains granules red.
- Albert stain colors granules blue-black.
- Neisser stain colors granules dark blue.
- Lindegran stain colors granules reddish brown.
- Burke’s Technique is a modified Gram stain for granules.
- Ljubinsky stain colors granules dark violet.
Spore Stains
- Fulton-Schaeffer stain results in green spores.
- Dorner stain produces red spores.
- Writz-Conklin stain results in green spores.
Flagella Stains
- Leifson, Gray, Silver, and Fisher-Conn stains are used for flagella staining.
- Tannic Acid enhances flagella visibility.
Rickettsia Stains
- Castaneda stain colors Rickettsia blue.
- Machiavelo stain colors Rickettsia red.
- Giemsa stain colors Rickettsia blue.
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Description
Overview of various staining methods in microbiology. Covers capsule stains, metachromatic granules stains, spore stains, and flagella stains. Includes Hiss, Tyler, and other specific staining techniques and their results.
