You collected a sample from a patient with a suspected STI. After Gram staining, you observed this under the microscope. What can you conclude about this microbial agent? Also I have attached a picture

You collected a sample from a patient with a suspected STI. After Gram staining, you observed this under the microscope. What can you conclude about this microbial agent? Also I have attached a picture

Microbiology for Surgical Technologists (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter4: The Prokaryotes

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You collected a sample from a patient with a suspected STI. After Gram staining, you observed this under the microscope. What can you conclude about this microbial agent?

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Definition Definition Technique that uses crystal violet or methylene blue as primary staining colors to distinguish gram-positive from gram-negative organisms. Under a microscope, the gram-positive organisms appear purple-brown, retaining the primary color. Gram-negative organisms appear pink or red as they do not acquire the color of the primary stain.

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