The only catalase-negative, gram-positive rod capable of producing hydrogen sulfide is also
A) gelatinase positive. B) intrinsically vancomycin resistant.
C) motile. D) esculin positive.
Question 2
Which of the following scenarios is not acceptable for a request for culture for recovery of Listeria monocytogenes?
A) Placenta culture from a 29 year old female who delivered a stillborn male at 20 weeks gestation
B) Vaginal swab from a 27 year old, non-pregnant female
C) Vaginal culture from a 33 year old female, at 30 weeks gestation, complaining of flu-like symptoms
D) Amniotic fluid from a 31 year old female, at 19 weeks gestation, presenting with fever