Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing

Lactococcus garvieae: Introduction, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Lactococcus garvieae is a Gram-positive, catalase-negative, non-spore-forming coccus, typically arranged in pairs or short chains. It belongs to the…

3 months ago

Acinetobacter ursingii: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynote

Introduction Acinetobacter ursingii is a Gram-negative, non-fermentative, opportunistic bacterium belonging to the genus Acinetobacter. It is an uncommon species compared…

8 months ago

Staphylococcus sciuri- Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Staphylococcus sciuri belongs to the coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) group. Since it thrives in diverse environments, scientists often isolate it…

1 year ago

ESBL (Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase)- Introduction, List of Bacteria, Pathogenicity, Symptoms, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) is a term that encompasses a group of enzymes produced by certain bacteria. These enzymes…

3 years ago

Mcfarland Densitometer-Introduction, Principle, Handling Procedure, Application, and Keynotes

Introduction A McFarland densitometer is a simple yet essential laboratory instrument used to measure the optical density of a liquid…

3 years ago

Bloodstream Infections(BSI): Introduction, Types, Sign and Symptoms, Common Pathogens, Laboratory Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention and Control, and Keynotes

Introduction Bloodstream infections (BSI), also known as bacteremia or septicemia, are serious medical conditions characterized by the presence of bacteria…

3 years ago

Urine Culture and Sensitivity: Introduction, Report, Clinical Significance, Common Pathogens, and Keynotes

Introduction Urine culture and sensitivity is a medical diagnostic test used to identify and quantify the microorganisms present in a…

3 years ago

Escherichia coli: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Escherichia coli, often abbreviated as E. coli, is a gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family. It is…

3 years ago