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A large number of normal intestinal flora is greatly influenced by diet. The microorganisms which form part of this normal …

Motility test is useful for identification of bacteria which possess similar biochemical reactions. Following methods are used for doing the …

Principle This test depends on the presence of cytochrome oxidase in bacteria that will catalyze the transport of electrons between …

Four basic tests are used for identifying bacteria in the lab, these include: 1. Determination of Morphology Gram stain (or …

Principle This procedure is used to stain mycobacterium tuberculosis and mycobacterium leprae. These bacteria are also called acid fast bacilli. …

Principle Most bacteria can be differentiated by the gram reactions due to difference in their cell wall structure. Gram positive …

Principle The working principle of microscope is to show large image of those objects which cannot be seen with the …