For bacteriological culture, blood is anti coagulated with:
Ans: d (Mechanical defibrination) Ref: Bailey Scott, 11th ed, p. 873Mechanical defibrination is preferred for anticoagulation of blood, for preparation of bacteriological culture.Heparin. EDTA, and citrate will destroy the microorganisms and is not recommended for use.Sodium polyanethol sulphate in concentration of 0.025%-0.03% is best anticoagulant in blood for bacteriological culture.
Citrate
Heparin
EDTA
Mechanical defibrination
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