NEET MDS Shorts
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General MicrobiologyCutaneous anthrax is primarily caused by entry through the skin, often through abrasions or cuts.
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General MicrobiologyThe flocculating unit (Lf) of diphtheria toxin is defined as the amount that causes rapid flocculation with one unit of antitoxin.
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General MicrobiologyThe Medusa head appearance is characteristic of virulent strains of anthrax bacilli.
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General MicrobiologyThe presence of Charcot-Leyden crystals is a characteristic microscopic feature of amoebic dysentery that distinguishes it from bacillary dysentery.
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General Microbiologyoth recombinant and plasma-derived hepatitis B vaccines should be stored at temperatures between 4°C and 8°C to maintain their efficacy and stability. Proper storage is crucial to ensure the vaccines remain effective when administered.
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General MicrobiologyOne unit of antitoxin refers to the amount needed to neutralize 100 MLD of diphtheria toxin.
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General MicrobiologyBacillus anthracis ferments glucose, maltose, lactose, and sucrose, but does not ferment salicin or produce H2S abundantly.
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General MicrobiologyAnthracoid bacilli are generally non-motile and non-capsulated, and they do not grow in long chains.