Direct antigen testing on cerebrospinal fluid can be of value when
A) the patient demonstrates normal protein and glucose CSF levels.
B) there is a history of antibiotic use prior to collection of the CSF.
C) used to detect any pathogen other than Streptococcus pneumoniae.
D) the individual has received the Hib vaccine.
Question 2
Which of the following specimen types/body sites should be screened for quality using the presence of squamous epithelial cells?
A) Sputum B) Skin wound for anaerobic culture
C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B
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