4 Questions
Which test must be performed to confirm that the isolate of N. meningitidis is oxidase positive?
ONPG test
Which species may mimic N. meningitidis and also grow on selective media?
N. lactamica
Which sugars does N. meningitidis use in carbohydrate methods?
Glucose and maltose
What is the characteristic of N. lactamica that may be delayed or absent on selective media?
Lactose utilization
Test your knowledge on N. meningitidis identification methods. Learn about the characteristics of this gram-negative diplococci and the importance of oxidase testing. Explore various techniques including carbohydrate methods, chromogenic enzyme tests, and multitest assays for definitive identification.
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