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Improved method for cholera diagnosis

M Rogol, I Sechter, C B Gerichter

    Journal of Clinical Microbiology
    |April 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    The oxidase test effectively detects scarce cholera vibrio colonies on Pril nutrient agar from stool samples. This method also identifies other oxidase-positive bacteria like Aeromonas hydrophila and Pseudomonas spp.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Clinical Diagnostics
    • Bacteriology

    Background:

    • Cholera vibrios can be challenging to detect in stool samples due to sparse colony formation.
    • Accurate identification of enteric pathogens is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the utility of the oxidase test for identifying sparse colonies of Vibrio cholerae.
    • To assess the applicability of the oxidase test for detecting other oxidase-positive enteric bacteria.

    Main Methods:

    • Direct seeding of Pril nutrient agar plates with stool samples.
    • Enrichment of stool samples prior to plating.
    • Application of the oxidase test on bacterial colonies grown on Pril nutrient agar.

    Main Results:

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    • The oxidase test successfully identified sparse colonies of cholera vibrios.
    • The test also detected other oxidase-positive organisms, including non-agglutinating vibrios, Aeromonas hydrophila, and Pseudomonas spp.

    Conclusions:

    • The oxidase test is a valuable tool for the presumptive identification of Vibrio cholerae in stool samples.
    • This method aids in the detection of a broader range of oxidase-positive potential pathogens, improving diagnostic capabilities.