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What is the purpose of the diagnostic microbiology laboratory?
What is the purpose of the diagnostic microbiology laboratory?
- To study microscopic organisms
- To grow microorganisms for research
- To handle and examine clinical specimens (correct)
- To develop new antibiotics
Which of the following is NOT a category of infectious agents studied in microbiology?
Which of the following is NOT a category of infectious agents studied in microbiology?
- Plants (correct)
- Protozoa
- Viruses
- Bacteria
What should be observed in the microbiology laboratory for the safety and convenience of everyone?
What should be observed in the microbiology laboratory for the safety and convenience of everyone?
- Spilling a cul
- Smoking, eating, and drinking while in the lab
- Placing all materials needed for the day's exercise on the benchtops
- Following proper aseptic technique in handling and transferring organisms (correct)
Which of the following activities should NOT be done in the microbiology laboratory?
Which of the following activities should NOT be done in the microbiology laboratory?
What are some examples of microorganisms studied in microbiology?
What are some examples of microorganisms studied in microbiology?