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MLS 205 Test I
Procedures (Direct Wet Mount, Concentration & Trichrome Staining)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| True or False? When preforming a direct wet mount, undiluted Lugol's Iodine is the best stain to identify parasites. | False. Lugol's Iodine should be diluted 1:5 with water before staining. |
| Why are concentrations of little use when observing loose and watery stool specimens? | Loose and watery stool specimens typically contain trophs rather than cysts. Concentrations are used to recover cysts and will likely miss trophs. |
| Why is the amount of sediment critical when preforming a concentration procedure? | If there is too little sediment, your chances of recovering parasites is decreased. |
| List the advantages of the trichrome staining process. | 1) Easy 2) Quick 3) Reliable 4) Used on PVA fixed or fresh sample 5) Solutions are stable 6) Polychromatic and easier to read 7) Transparent stain |
| You receive a rectal swab coated with stool from a 1 year old experiencing watery stools, excessive gas, bloating, loss of appetite, and dehydration. Their medical record notes that they attend a day care center. What parasites should you check for? | None. Swabs are unacceptable. Reject it! |