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MIC 121 Mib compilations3 Objective Question
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Serological methods generally involve:
Options
A Analysing the fatty acid profiles of whole cells or cell membranes using gas-liquid chromatography
B Using antibodies to detect specific proteins to characterise a microorganism
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C Profiling morphological characteristics such as the microbial size and shape
D Analysing 16S based phylogeny, phylogeny based on other genes etc
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Serological methods utilize the specific binding of antibodies to antigens (proteins or other molecules) on microorganisms to identify and characterize them.

Hint

Think about what 'serology' refers to (serum) and how it's used in diagnostics.

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Course: MIC 121
Topic: Mib compilations3
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 956 of 984
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