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Mycology & Virology HarrAll of the following are examples of appropriate specimens for the recovery of fungi except: A. Tissue biopsy B. CSF C. Aspirate of exudate D. Swab - correct answer D Specimens for fungal culture must be kept in a moist, sterile environment. Swabs that are dried out or submitted with insufficient material on them should be rejected. Generally, swabs are inadequate for the recovery of fungi because they are easily contaminated by surrounding skin flora. 2. Fo...

Medical Laboratory Science Review Fourth Edition by Robert R. Harr [COMPLETE] Contents xi Preface v Introduction xiii Design of Questions xiii Prepare for Your Certification Examination xiv Test-Taking Skills xiv CHAPTER 1 Hematology 1 1.1 Basic Hematology Concepts and Laboratory Procedures 3 1.2 Normocytic and Normochromic Anemias 9 1.3 Hypochromic and Microcytic Anemias 14 1.4 Macrocytic and Normochromic Anemias 16 1.5 Qualitative and Quantitative White Blood Cell Disorders ...