Competency information
Details
Interpret culture plates and perform identification tests for commonly isolated bacteria from a range of biological specimens.
Considerations
- The range of commonly isolated bacteria and biological specimens.
- Purpose, use and limitations of culture of bacteria.
- Risks and hazards of culture of bacteria.
- Accepted range of results and their application.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 | Outcome Perform the range of laboratory techniques used in the workplace to investigate important bacterial infections, including bacterial susceptibility. |