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MIC 121 Mib compilations3 Objective Question
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Which of the following is true of transport media
Options
A Transport media are formulated to aid overgrowth of microorganisms
B They help to kill microorganisms
C Maintain the viability of all organisms in the specimen without altering their concentration
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D They act as cryoprotectants
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Transport media are designed to maintain the viability of microorganisms in a clinical specimen during transit to the laboratory, preventing their multiplication (overgrowth) or death, and preserving their original relative concentrations as much as possible for accurate diagnostic testing.

Hint

What is the main purpose of transporting a specimen from collection to the lab?

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Course: MIC 121
Topic: Mib compilations3
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 978 of 984
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