Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780321994936
Author: Ted R. Johnson, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 21, Problem 1CA
Summary Introduction
To analyze:
The source of infection in the given case.
Introduction:
Mycobacterium chelonae is a gram positive bacterium. It is found everywhere in the environment. It can cause infection in case of weakened immune system or favorable growth conditions like hospital setting. It is known to cause infection in implants and surgical instruments too.
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