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The kinds of clinical specimens that may yield a mixed flora in bacterial cultures include bacterial wound cultures. The mix in flora is often due to contaminants that come from outer surfaces of the wound.

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What is the difference between Flora and herbarium?

flora means pertaining to plants and botany life. herbarium means plant species that are preserved to plant them again. this can mean the plant itself or plant parts. Read both links below for a better explanation for the differences between the two.


How do normal microbiota and transient microbiota differ?

Normal microbiota are permanently found in a specific body site, while transient microbiota are temporarily present and do not normally establish a long-term residence. Normal microbiota play important roles in host health and immune function, whereas transient microbiota can vary depending on factors like diet, hygiene, and environment.


What are the advantages and disadvantages of normal flora of the vagina?

Flora exists in various parts of the human body, in both men and women. Vaginal flora, or microbiome, in normal levels has no disadvantage. It helps the vagina stay "normal", clean and healthy.


The source of an autogenous infection is what?

The source of an autogenous infection is typically the flora already found within yourself. An example is the bacterial flora that is typically housed in a safe manner in the digestive tract. If introduced to the abdominal cavity due to a rupture of lets say the duodenum, you become extremely ill and possibly die because of the flora you already host.


Anaerobic organism examples?

Examples of anaerobic organisms include certain species of bacteria such as Clostridium botulinum (causes botulism), Clostridium tetani (causes tetanus), and Methanogens (produce methane gas). These organisms thrive in environments with little to no oxygen.

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What is Bacterial Flora?

A bacterial flora is a complete profile of the bacteria inside or on the surface of an organism.


What is the function of the bacterial flora that inhabit the large intestine?

Bacterial flora synthesize B-complex vitamins and some of the vitamin K needed by the liver.


Shift in flora suggestive of bacterial vaginosis?

Bacterial vaginosis is characterized by a shift in the normal vaginal flora, with a decrease in beneficial Lactobacillus species and an increase in various anaerobic bacteria like Gardnerella vaginalis, Prevotella, Mobiluncus, and Atopobium species. This shift disrupts the acidic environment of the vagina, leading to symptoms like vaginal discharge, fishy odor, and sometimes itching or irritation. Diagnosis is typically confirmed through clinical evaluation along with microscopic examination of vaginal fluid.


What are some pathogens found in fecal specimens?

e. coli its normal flora.


Is streptococcus bovis a part of normal bacterial flora?

Streptococcus bovis is not considered a normal part of the bacterial flora in humans. It can be found in the gastrointestinal tract of some individuals, but it is not a common or typical component of the normal flora.


What has the author Flora Mabel Taylor written?

Flora Mabel Taylor has written: 'An assessment of the technique and clinical application of visual evoked response measurements'


Should this antibiotic be administered to humans with bacterial infections?

No, it would kill the intestinal flora


Why the live cultures are essential?

Live cultures are essential for promoting the health of intestinal flora. Our digestive systems have naturally occurring bacteria that help us digest. Sometimes this flora goes out of balance, like after taking a course of antibiotics, then we need to take in foods like yogurt that has live cultures.


What is skin flora?

Mixed skin flora is a bacterium that attacks the skin. The condition is from microorganisms that are already on the skin. The condition is not serious and can be treated easily by your primary care provider.


Are the actinomycetes a common ie normal flora in blood culture?

Definitely not. However, blood cultures can be contaminated, and further blood cultures should be done to exclude contamination.


What is the difference between Flora and herbarium?

flora means pertaining to plants and botany life. herbarium means plant species that are preserved to plant them again. this can mean the plant itself or plant parts. Read both links below for a better explanation for the differences between the two.


How do normal microbiota and transient microbiota differ?

Normal microbiota are permanently found in a specific body site, while transient microbiota are temporarily present and do not normally establish a long-term residence. Normal microbiota play important roles in host health and immune function, whereas transient microbiota can vary depending on factors like diet, hygiene, and environment.