[A＋ 식품미생물학실험 영문레포트] coagulase test, catalase test - Identification of Staphylococcal pathogen

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Coagulase and Catalase Tests for Identification of Staphylococcal Pathogens Staphylococcus aureus is a notable pathogen that poses significant health threats due to its ability to cause a variety of infections ranging from mild skin conditions to severe systemic diseases. The identification of Staphylococcal species is crucial in clinical microbiology to ensure appropriate treatment and control measures are implemented. Among the various tests employed for differentiating Staphylococcal species, the coagulase and catalase tests stand out as simple yet highly effective methods. The catalase test is utilized to distinguish Staphylococcus species from Streptococcus species based on their ability to produce the enzyme catalase, which breaks down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, creating observable bubbles upon reaction. This test is essential because it helps differentiate between coagulase-positive Staphylococcus, primarily Staphylococcus aureus, and coagulase-negati
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