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Streptococcus mutans is a Gram-positive coccus that is a major inhabitant of the oral cavity and is considered a significant contributor of tooth decay and cavities. Streptococci are spherical or … Read more
Bacteria Definition Bacteria are single-celled microscopic organisms that are characterized by the presence of incipient nucleus and few membrane-less cell organelles. Bacteria are diverse in shape, size, and color, and … Read more
Transcription Definition Transcription is the process where the genetic information on a DNA strand is transferred into an RNA strand by a series of polymerization reactions catalyzed by enzymes called … Read more
What is Citrate Utilization Test? The citrate utilization test is a part of the IMViC test (Indole, Methyl Red, Vogues-Proskauer, and Citrate Test) that differentiates organisms on the basis of … Read more
What is Cetrimide Agar Test? Cetrimide agar test is a biochemical test performed to identify or differentiate Pseudomonas aeruginosa from other microorganisms. The test works on the principle of the … Read more
The catalase test is a biochemical test for aerobic organisms that detects the production of catalase enzyme in the organism. Catalase enzyme is a common enzyme that is found in … Read more
Acute disease definition Acute disease is a condition or a disorder that comes on or onsets rapidly and lasts for a shorter period of time. The period of time associated … Read more
What is CAMP Test? CAMP (Christie–Atkins–Munch-Peterson) test is a biochemical test used to differentiate Streptococcus agalactiae from other beta-hemolytic Streptococci. S. agalactiae is the only member of the Group B … Read more
What is Butyrate Disk Test? Butyrate disk test is a rapid identification test for the detection of Moraxella catarrhalis on the basis of their ability to utilize bromochloro-indolyl butyrate or … Read more
What is Bile Solubility Test? Bile solubility test is a biochemical test used for the differentiation and confirmation of Streptococcus pneumoniae from other alpha-hemolytic Streptococci. The bile solubility test has … Read more
