76. Genus Leptospira (habitat, morphology, staining).

Question 1

Leptospira Habitat?

Answer 1

Habitat: • infected animals (pathogens) • environment, water (saprophytes)

Question 2

Leptospira Morphology?

Answer 2

Morphology:

• 6-20 µm helical rods,
• closed winding (below the resolving power of the microscope)
• hooked
• active movement

Question 3

Leptospira staining?

Answer 3

Staining:

• difficult staining
• unstained examination
• Vágó-staining,
• Levaditi’s silver impregnation