Capsule Stain Flashcards
To distinguish the capsule from the cell
1
Q
What is the primary dye used in the capsule stain?
A
Congo red
2
Q
What is the decolorizer used in the capsule stain?
A
None was used
3
Q
What is the secondary dye used in the capsule stain?
A
Maneval’s
4
Q
What is the final color of the background in the capsule stain?
A
Blue
5
Q
What is the final color of the cell in the capsule stain?
A
Hot pink
6
Q
What is the final color of the capsule in the capsule stain?
A
Clear
