Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 28.3, Problem 1CR
Q Why is it important to process clinical specimens as rapidly as possible? What special procedures and precautions are necessary for the isolation and culture of anaerobes?
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Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
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