The following statements are true regarding melioidosis except

The following statements are true regarding melioidosis except –

A. It is caused by Burkholderia mallei

B. The agent is a gram negative aerobic bacteria

C. Bipolar staining of the aetiological agent is seen with methylene blue stain.

D. The most common form of melioidosis is pulmonary infection

Correct Answer: It is caused by Burkholderia mallei

Description: B.mallei causes glanders and farcy B. pseudomallei: Causative agent of melidiosis (Glanders like disease) - Motile and Zoonotic - rodents - Humans: Produces pulmonary infections like TB (MC), Multiple abscesses, LN↑

Category: Microbiology

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