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87205 Smear gram stain

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: gram stain, Gram stain, bacterial stain, gram-stained smear

Microscopic examination of stained smears using gram stain methodology to differentiate bacteria by gram-positive or gram-negative classification and morphology.

Clinical Context

Fundamental and rapid screening test for bacterial infections. Provides immediate information on organism morphology and preliminary classification.

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Specialties

pathologymicrobiologyclinical laboratory

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