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Mycobacterium Questions and Answers
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What is the primary characteristic of Mycobacterium species that distinguishes them from other
bacteria?
They are acid-fast and have a waxy cell wall.
Which lipid is most responsible for the mycobacterial cell wall's resistance to deco...
Mycobacterium Questions and Answers
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What is the primary characteristic of Mycobacterium species that distinguishes them from other
bacteria?
✔✔They are acid-fast and have a waxy cell wall.
Which lipid is most responsible for the mycobacterial cell wall's resistance to decolorization?
✔✔Mycolic acid.
Which species of Mycobacterium causes leprosy in humans?
✔✔Mycobacterium leprae.
What is the optimal growth temperature for Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
✔✔37°C, the temperature of the human body.
How long does it typically take for Mycobacterium tuberculosis to form visible colonies on solid
media?
✔✔3-6 weeks.
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, Which Mycobacterium species is responsible for most non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections
in immunocompromised patients?
✔✔Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC).
What type of environment is required for the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in culture?
✔✔Aerobic conditions with increased CO2 levels.
What is the primary reservoir for Mycobacterium leprae?
✔✔Humans and armadillos.
Which test is commonly used to determine if a person has been exposed to Mycobacterium
tuberculosis?
✔✔Tuberculin skin test (TST).
What disease is caused by Mycobacterium bovis in humans?
✔✔Tuberculosis.
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