What Is the Most Widely Used Supplementary Quality Control Measure

question 59

Multiple Choice

What is the most widely used supplementary quality control measure for antimicrobial susceptibility testing?

• A)b-Lactamase testing
• B)Use of antibiograms to verify results generated on patient isolates
• C)Correlation of clinical outcomes with laboratory findings
• D)None of the above

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Definitions:

Neutrophil Levels

The concentration of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, in the blood; important for fighting infection.

Monocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays a significant role in the immune system by fighting infections and mediating immune responses.

Inflammatory Response

The body's protective reaction to infection, irritation, or injury, which often causes redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.

Enteric Coated Medications

Medications coated with a material that prevents them from dissolving in the stomach, allowing them to reach the intestine before releasing their active ingredient.