Which of the following is/are used to identify methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus?

A) selective media
B) differential media
C) PCR
D) selective media, differential media, and PCR


Answer: D

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pepsin in the stomach by the removal of several amino acids. The activation of pepsin is an example of ____.

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Which term refers to the selective movement of specific small molecules and ions into excretory system tubules?

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