Coliform Bacteria and Illness
Coliform is a group of bacteria found in the environment and in the fecal matter of warm-blooded animals, including humans. Drinking water is tested …
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Gram Negative Bacteria
Gram negative bacteria have been in the news recently, but what are they exactly? Read on to learn about the characteristics of Gram negative bacteria …
Continue ReadingSome Basic Facts About Cocci Bacteria (Spherical Shaped Bacteria)
Curious about cocci bacteria? Read on to learn more about these tiny microorganisms.
Continue ReadingBasic Structure of a Bacteriophage
A bacteriophage is a virus that infects bacteria. The structure of a bacteriophage consists of a head and tail. It contains nucleic acid and proteins. …
Continue ReadingMeningitis Vaccine Side Effects
Are you considering getting the meningitis vaccine? Find out more about meningitis vaccine side effects - and whether the vaccine is safe.
Continue ReadingViruses vs Bacteria - A Comparison of Infectious Microorganisms
There are several differences between viruses and bacteria. Viruses are much smaller than bacteria. Viral infections are systemic, while bacterial …
Continue ReadingAntibiotics for Gram Negative Bacteria Infections
Gram negative bacteria are characterized by a protective outer membrane which gives them resistance to some antibiotics. There are several antibiotics …
Continue ReadingEndocrine System Facts - Glands and Hormones
The endocrine system regulates the body by secreting hormones directly into the bloodstream. It is composed of several glands, including the thyroid, …
Continue ReadingGram Negative Bacteria Identification Occurs Through a Series of Tests
Gram negative bacteria identification involves a series of tests in which the bacteria reacts with chemicals. Positive or negative reactions define …
Continue ReadingGram Positive Cocci - They're Everywhere!
Gram positive bacteria are found on skin, in the mouth, in the intestinal tract and help keep the digestive system healthy.
Continue ReadingGram Stain Reactions of Bacteria - Early Diagnostic Tools
Gram stain reactions of bacteria point the way to the correct antibiotic to use in treatment. Early diagnosis of bacterial infection, followed by …
Continue ReadingReplication of Influenza Virus - Endocytosis to Budding
The influenza virus causes the seasonal flu. Replication of the influenza virus requires the translational process of host cell to create viral …
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