Microbiology: A Systems Approach
Microbiology: A Systems Approach
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780073402437
Author: Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 19, Problem 1VC
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To determine:

The organism is shown in given picture-causing meningitis.

Introduction:

The medical condition, in which swelling occurs in protective membranes including the brain and spinal cord is termed as meningitis. The viral and bacterial infections generally cause swelling but there are other associated reasons for swelling. The other reasons are certain drugs, fungal infections, protozoa infections, and cancer.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The methods by which presumptive diagnosis related to meningitis can be confirmed.

Introduction:

The medical condition, in which swelling occurs in protective membranes including the brain and spinal cord is termed as meningitis. The viral and bacterial infections generally cause swelling but there are other associated reasons for swelling. The other reasons are certain drugs, fungal infections, protozoan infections, and cancer.

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