The characteristics which best distinguish Staphylococci from Streptococci is:

What is the endpoint for the antistreptolysin O (ASO) latex agglutination assay?

Which method is used to test for HIV infection in infants who were born to HIV-positive mothers?

The growth of Proteus species on the surface of most solid media can easily be differentiated from that of any other organisms by its characteristic:

Interpret the following quantitative RPR test results. RPR titer: weakly reactive 1:8; reactive 1:8-1:64

Which specimen is the sample of choice to evaluate latent or tertiary syphilis?

A) Discuss blood culturing using the automated system used at your facility.  Explain the principle utilized by these machines for identifying a positive blood culture. B) Explain the procedure for the workup of a positive blood culture.

Which statement concerning non-Forssman heterophile antibody is true?

If only anti-HBs is positive, which of the following can be ruled out?

Serological tests for which disease may give a false-positive results if the patient has Lyme disease?