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May 28, 2024Posted: May 28, 2024Read MorePerforming an acid-fast stain is a crucial technique in the field of microbiology, especially when it comes to identifying mycobacteria, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the causative agent of tuberculosis. This staining method distinguishes acid-fast bacteria from non-acid-fast bacteria based on the unique properties of their cell walls. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the step-by-step...
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May 13, 2024Posted: May 13, 2024Read MoreIn this comprehensive tutorial, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of preparing culture media Petri plates, covering everything from selecting the right media to sterilization techniques and plate pouring methods. By the end of this guide, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to create your own batches of culture media Petri plates with precision and efficiency...
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January 04, 2024Posted: January 04, 2024Read MoreCarbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales or CRE, are a group of gram-negative bacteria that are resistant to “last line” antibiotics and are very challenging to treat. These microorganisms may confer their resistance via the production of a carbapenemase, an enzyme that inactivates carbapenem antibiotics.
The five most common types of carbapenemases are KPC,...
