Microbiology: An Introduction
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ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 24, Problem 1MCQ
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The condition which is seen in this question is the tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is affected by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is gram positive cocci and is isolated from the sputum. Tuberculin test is done to identify the pathogen. If it gives positive results means isoniazid and rifampin is given for the treatment process.
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