MICROSCOPY OF SPUTUM SPECIMEN

AIM: To detect the presence of pus cells and predominant bacteria in sputum specimens as an aid in the diagnosis of lower respiratory tract infections like pneumonia or bronchopneumonia. MATERIAL/APPARATUS: Sputum specimen, glass slide, microscope, immersion oil, inoculating loop, Bunsen burner, piece of stick. METHOD/PROCEDURE FOR SPUTUM SAMPLE MICROSCOPY REPORTING OF THE RESULT: Describe and […]