Coagulase Negative Staphylococcus Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Staph capitis typically found?
A
Sebaceous glands on the scalp and forehead
2
Q
S. capitis ssp. capitis and S. capitis ssp. ureolyticus can be differentiated by which tests?
A
Urease, maltose acid formation, and fatty acid profile
3
Q
Which subspecies of Staph hominis is considered a “bona fide” infection?
A
Ssp. novobiosepticus
4
Q
What is the novobiocin reaction for Staph hominis ssp.novobiosepticus?
A
Resistant
5
Q
What is the D-trehalose or N-acteyl-D-glucosamine reaction for Staph hominis ssp. novobiosepticus?
A
Negative for both
6
Q
What are the two obligate anaerobe Staph species?
A
Staph sacchrolyticus and Staph aureus ssp. anaerobius
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