Lab: The streptococci Flashcards
1
Q
Streptococci vs. staphylococci
A
Strep: grow in chains
staph: grown in clusters
strep: lack enzyme catalase responsible for breaking down hydroxen peroxide into oxygen and water
2
Q
Where are streptococci normally found?
A
mouth, pharynx, surface of teeth, tongue, inner cheek, saliva
3
Q
Some streptococci produce ____ which produces _____ hemolysis
A
streptolysin O or S, complete breakdown for beta hemolysis
4
Q
A subgroup of the streptococci are ___ that results in ____ hemolysis
A
viridians; alpha
5
Q
What does rapid strep test test for?
A
present of Lancefield group A antigen which is produced by S. pyogenes
