Microbiology Quiz: Shigella Species Identification

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Which parasite causes hydatid cyst disease?

Echinococcus granulosus (correct)

Candida albicans

Aspergillus flavus

Malassezia furfur

Which of the following is the normal flora of the mucous membranes?

Malassezia furfur

Echinococcus granulosus

Aspergillus flavus

Candida albicans (correct)

Which of the following is the target organ for Aspergillus flavus?

Liver (correct)

Skin

Gastrointestinal tract

Lungs

What is the purpose of using a 20% KOH solution?

To dissolve keratin Signup and view all the answers

Which test is used for globulin determination in a CSF sample?

Pandy's test Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the cover glass breaks when examining a liquid sample?

Dispose of the broken glass, replace it, and clean the stage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following properties is a characteristic of Shigella species?

Motile Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of Shigella species in terms of motility?

They do not exhibit any motility Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding Shigella species' motility?

They lack the ability to move independently Signup and view all the answers

What type of bacteria are Shigella species classified as due to their motility characteristics?

Non-motile rods Signup and view all the answers

In terms of movement, how do Shigella species differ from other bacterial species?

They lack the ability to move on their own Signup and view all the answers

What type of oil is used in a microscope?

Immersion oil Signup and view all the answers

What is India ink used for in a medical context?

Detecting cryptococcus neoformans in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or Candida Signup and view all the answers

What time period is mentioned in the context of filaria?

10 AM - 4 PM Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the time period mentioned in the context of filaria?

It is the best time to take blood samples for detecting filaria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the given text?

Malaria Signup and view all the answers

Which media is used for the isolation of Neisseria species?

Bordtella Thayer Martin media Signup and view all the answers

Which media is used for the isolation of Vibrio cholerae?

EMB media Signup and view all the answers

Which media is used for the isolation of Campylobacter jejuni?

Skirrow's media Signup and view all the answers

Which stain is used as the primary stain for acid-fast bacteria?

Carbol fuchsin Signup and view all the answers

Which organism is associated with Burkitt's lymphoma?

Epstein-Barr virus Signup and view all the answers

Which media is used for the isolation of Legionella species?

Buffered Charcoal yeast extract agar Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term 'bacteremia or septicemia' according to the given text?

A condition where bacteria are present in the blood Signup and view all the answers

Which type of virus can break the envelope according to the given information?

Enveloped virus Signup and view all the answers

Which tests are typically performed when donating or transfusing blood?

Viral serology Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between plasmodium and female anopheles mosquito according to the given information?

Female anopheles mosquito is a vector for plasmodium Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fire extinguisher is commonly used in most laboratories?

Carbon dioxide extinguisher Signup and view all the answers