SIM Tube test (Sulfide, Indole, Motility) Flashcards
1
Q
SIM tests checks for 3 things….
A
Indole (tryptohphanase enzyme), Hydrogen sulfide production/ sulfur presence , Movement
2
Q
solid agar checks for
A
moltility
3
Q
Once Kovac reagent is added and if indole is present, the color change will show?
A
Positive indole will have a cherry red ring at top of test tube
4
Q
Some Black coloration suggests
A
hydrogen sulfide/ sulfur presence
5
Q
If entire test tube is black, this suggests?
A
Motility, as well as thick streak or turbidity throughout media
