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What is the required volume of expectorated or aerosol-induced sputum for microscopy prior to culture?
What is the required volume of expectorated or aerosol-induced sputum for microscopy prior to culture?
- 10-15mL
- 1-5mL
- 15-20mL
- 5-10mL (correct)
What is the purpose of adding 10mL to 15mL of sterile saline to tissue specimens?
What is the purpose of adding 10mL to 15mL of sterile saline to tissue specimens?
- To enhance growth
- To prevent dehydration (correct)
- To detect M. avium complex
- To preserve the tissue
What is the required volume of CSF for culture?
What is the required volume of CSF for culture?
- 2mL (correct)
- 3mL
- 1mL
- 5mL
What is the inhibitory agent in egg-based media?
What is the inhibitory agent in egg-based media?
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What type of sample is used to detect nontuberculous mycobacteria?
What type of sample is used to detect nontuberculous mycobacteria?
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What is the purpose of using egg-based media?
What is the purpose of using egg-based media?
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What is the approximate volume of abdominal fluid required for culture?
What is the approximate volume of abdominal fluid required for culture?
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What type of sample is used to identify patients with possible M. avium complex disease?
What type of sample is used to identify patients with possible M. avium complex disease?
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How many days are sputum samples collected for?
How many days are sputum samples collected for?
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What is the purpose of collecting first morning midstream urine?
What is the purpose of collecting first morning midstream urine?
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