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PYR Test: Principle, Procedure, Results

Pyrrolidonyl Arylamidase (PYR) test is a rapid test that is used for the presumptive identification of group A beta-hemolytic streptococci and enterococci. PYR test is also used for the...

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CAMP Test: Principle, Procedure, and Results

The CAMP test is used for the presumptive identification of Group B beta-hemolytic streptococci; Streptococcus agalactiae. The test is effective for the “prompt and reliable” identification of...

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Catalase test: Principle, Procedure, Results, Uses

Catalase test is done to detect the presence of enzyme catalase, which is produced by microorganisms living in oxygenated environments. They use catalase enzyme to neutralize the bactericidal effects...

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Biochemical Tests to identify Mycobacteria, NTM

Various biochemical tests can be performed for the identification of Mycobacteria and Non-tuberculous Mycobacteria. An overview of some of these biochemical tests is mentioned in this blog post....

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Novobiocin Susceptibility Test: Principle, Procedure, Results

Novobiocin test is used to differentiate coagulase-negative staphylococci (CONS) and presumptively identify the isolate as Staphylococcus saprophyticus  (novobiocin resistant).  It is...

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IMViC Tests: Principle, Procedure, Results

Each letter in "IMViC" stands for one of these tests. "I" is for indole; "M" is for methyl red; "V" is for Voges-Proskauer, and "C" is for citrate. Lowercase "i" is added for ease of...

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