practical 3 Catalase test Flashcards
1
Q
what toxins are produced by organisms when the carrier protein flavoprotein is incorporated into the ETC
A
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
2
Q
what are the enzymes produced that are capable of breaking these toxins down
A
catalase breaks down hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen
3
Q
which enzyme can be detected using 3% hydrogen peroxide
A
catalase
4
Q
what two genera of bacteria is this test most often used to differentiate
A
catalase positive-> staphylococcus
catalase negative-> streptococcus
5
Q
what are two ways the catalase test can be performed
A
catalase slide test
catalase tube test
6
Q
what reagent is used in this test
A
hydrogen peroxide
