9 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Non-acid fast
What is the virulence factor associated with Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Cord factor
Which specimen can be used to diagnose Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Sputum sample
What is the nickname given to Pneumonia in the text?
The New Captain of the Men of Death
What is the infective dose of Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
1-10 tubercle bacilli
What is the nickname given to Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the text?
The New Captain of the Men of Death
Which of the following specimens can be used to diagnose Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Sputum sample
What is the virulence factor associated with Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Cord factor
What temperature is usually required for the culture of Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
35-37°C
Test your knowledge of Mycobacteria, specifically Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and its unique characteristics. Learn about the presence of mycolic acid in their cell wall, their classification as slow growers, and the historical significance of tuberculosis.
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