What is the advantage of a rapid identification tool such as the API system?

A) can often be read using an automated reader
B) can be inoculated with a mixed or unpurified culture
C) allows a high volume of samples to be processed quickly and reliably and can be inoculated with a mixed or unpurified culture
D) allows a high volume of samples to be processed quickly and reliably
E) allows a high volume of samples to be processed quickly and reliably and can often be read using an automated reader


Answer: E

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