The purpose of adding KOH to a cervical smear is to ____.
A. dissolve epithelial cells and mucus
B. stain any fungi that might be present for better visibility
C. kill any bacteria that might be present
D. provide a nutritious medium for any organisms in the wet mount
E. stabilize the cervical cells
A. dissolve epithelial cells and mucus
Adding KOH to a cervical smear helps dissolve epithelial cells and mucus, thus improving visualization of any fungus that might be present.
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