In acid fast staining, lipoidal material of acid fast cells absorbs the methylene blue. Upon the application of decolorizing agent, it leaves the acid fast cells colorless. a. First statement is TRUE, Second statement is FALSE. b. First statement is FALSE, Second statement is TRUE. c. Both statements are TRUE. d. Both statements are FALSE.

In acid fast staining, lipoidal material of acid fast cells absorbs the methylene blue. Upon the application of decolorizing agent, it leaves the acid fast cells colorless. a. First statement is TRUE, Second statement is FALSE. b. First statement is FALSE, Second statement is TRUE. c. Both statements are TRUE. d. Both statements are FALSE.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

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