Problem: Microbiology Review Assignment: Body Site Reference Guide Instructions The purpose for this assignment is to create a study tool that can be used in preparation for the microbiology portion of the ASCP board of certification exam. Select a body site from the options listed and put together a reference guide for organisms that can be found in that location.
• Peripheral Blood
• Cerebrospinal Fluid
- Upper Respiratory Tract
- Lower Respiratory Tract
- Gastrointestinal Tract
- Skin/Soft Tissue
- Genital Tract
- Urine
Required Information
1. Specimen Collection/Processing
A. What specimens are associated?
B. Are there any unique specimen transport or processing considerations?
C. What media is appropriate for specimens collected at this site?
2. Potential Organisms Recovered
A. What organisms might be normal flora at this site (if any)?
B. What common bacteria, fungi, parasites, or viruses can cause infection at this site?
3. Pathogenic Organism Identification - for each org, describe expected lab findings: Bacteria: Gram stain, Culture.