(LEC) Bacterial Identification Flashcards
Allows us to observe the morphology, viability, and motility of microorganisms
Microscopy & Staining
Allow us to see the macroscopic characteristics of the organisms and the type of colonies that they produce
Culture Methods
Demonstrates the enzyme system in each organism
Biochemical Tests
Identifies bacterial stereotypes
Serological Tests
Involves DNA sequencing techniques
Molecular Testing
A thin film of microbial solution on a glass slide
Smear Preparation
Microbes can be views in what 2 states
Living State
Fixed State
Living State microbes visualizes what factors
Size
Shape
Arrangement
What is checked in wet mounts
Size and Motility of cell
Serves as seal for hanging drop methods
Paraffin Wax
Introduces heat or chemical in order for them to be fixed
Heat Fixation