Bordetella Flashcards
1
Q
Bordetella:
1) Gram Stain
2) Morphology
3) Identifying characteristics
A
1) Gram-negative coccobacilli
2) Coccobacilli
3) Fastidious microorganisms
2
Q
What type of media is Bordet Gengou Agar? What components in the media make it ideal for growing Bordetella. How can we differentiate Bordetella organisms grown on it?
A
Bordet Gengou Agar is a selective media. Glycerol, potato infusion, and 15-25% sheep blood make it ideal for growing Bordetella. B. pertussis typically grows as well isolated colonies.
