What Elements Should Be Included in the Direct Examination of a Microbial

Question

What elements should be included in the direct examination of a microbial smear?
A) Only those elements useful in characterizing the specimen
B) Only elements pertaining to the necrosis present in the specimen
C) Only those elements pertaining to the amount of gram-positive cocci present in the specimen
D) Only those elements of contaminating material present in the specimen

Accepted Answer

The direct examination of a microbial smear should include all elements that are useful in characterizing the specimen, such as the type of microorganisms present, their morphology, and staining properties. Other elements may be included if they are relevant to the specific case, such as the presence of necrosis or contaminating material, but they should not be the only focus of the examination.