What type of culture requires immediate attention?
a. Smears
b. Biopsy
c. Aerobic
d. Anaerobic
ANS: D
Anaerobic cultures require immediate attention because exposure to room air may kill the anaerobes in a few minutes.
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A) Arterial PO2 B) Venous PCO2 C) Venous PO2 D) Arterial PCO2
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