A patient presents with following findings. what will be the media used to diagnose this condition?
Correct Answer: Loffler's serum slope
Description: The image shows grey membrane on the tonsil extending to anterior pillar that is suggestive ofdiphtherial infection. Loeffler's serum slope: Enriched medium frequently used for the growth ofC. diphtheriae. Bacteria produce a luxuriant growth in 6-8 hours at 37degC. Does not suppo the growth of streptococci pneumococci.
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