Methylene blue can be prepared as a basic stain or an acidic stain. How would the pH of the stain affect the staining of bacteria? Can dyes other than methylene blue be used for direct staining? Briefly explain.

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Chapter7: Basic Clinical Microbiology
Section7.7: Bacterial Identification And Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing
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Methylene blue can be prepared as a basic stain or an acidic stain. How would the pH of the stain affect
the staining of bacteria?
Can dyes other than methylene blue be used for direct staining? Briefly explain.
Transcribed Image Text:Methylene blue can be prepared as a basic stain or an acidic stain. How would the pH of the stain affect the staining of bacteria? Can dyes other than methylene blue be used for direct staining? Briefly explain.
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