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Sterilisation: Meaning and Routinely Used Instruments

In this article we will discuss about Meaning and Routinely used Instruments for the Sterilizations of all Living Microorganisms. Meaning of Sterilisation: Sterilisation is the process of freeing of an article from all living microorganisms including their spores. Sterility is an absolute state, while the disinfection is a relative term indicating a mere removal of pathogenic microorganisms on the article. [...]

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Top 4 Common Laboratory Animals

The following points highlight the top four common laboratory animals employed in the laboratory for research purpose and for the diagnosis of the diseases. The animals are: 1. Rabbit 2. Guinea Pig 3. Rat 4. Mous. Laboratory Animal # 1. Rabbit: The body of the rabbit is closely covered with smooth hair or fur, except at a few places (the [...]

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Identification of Bacteria: 7 Steps

The following points highlight the seven steps for identification of bacteria isolated from a specimen.  The steps are: 1. Morphology and Staining 2. Cultural Characteristics 3. Biochemical Reactions 4. Antigenic Characters 5. Typing of Bacteria: Bacteriophage Sensitivity 6. Animal Pathogen City 7. Antibiotic Sensitivity. Identification of Bacteria: Step # 1. Morphology and Staining: Serve as preliminary criteria. The Gram stained [...]

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