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MIC 121 Microscopes Objective Question

Question

Which specific microorganism detection is given as an example for the application of dark-field microscopy?
Options
A Staphylococcus aureus
B Escherichia coli
C Treponema pallidum
Correct Answer
D Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 7 provides the example: 'For example, in suspected cases of syphilis, chancre fluid is examined by dark-field microscopes to detect Treponema pallidum'.

Hint

Look for a specific medical application mentioned for dark-field microscopes.

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