Discussion of S. Epidermidis and E. Aerogenes | Micro Unknown Lab Report
Discussion/Conclusion: The Unknown #101 was a mixture of two different bacterium. The unknown bacterium that was identified in #101 was classified as a gram negative red rod. After observing the bacteria and performing many biochemical tests the Unknown A bacterium was identified as Enterobacter aerogenes. After a gram stain was performed on Unknown A the […]
Example of a Microbiology Unknown Lab Paper | Unknown Bacteria Lab
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Unknown Number 109 Tyler Wolfangel April 29, 2014 BIO 203-604 Introduction The study of microbiology requires not only an academic understanding of the microscopic world but also a practical understanding of lab techniques and procedures used to identify, control, and manipulate microorganisms. The proper identification of a microorganism is not only […]
What is Chronic Kidney Disease by Jenna Schneider
In the United States researchers estimated that 31 million people suffer with chronic kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease is a serious illness that can be prevented by taking some measurements, although once the patient has the disease it can be fatal if left untreated. There are several factors that go into CKD, including risks, preventable […]
What is Plaque Psoriasis by Katie Walkenhorst
There are 5 types of psoriasis and the most common is Plaque psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis is a skin disease. It is not contagious but hereditary. Psoriasis affects the life cycle of skin cells causing rapid buildup of cells on the surface of the skin. The cause of psoriasis is not fully understood but believed to […]
Enterococcus faecalis | Micro Unknown Bacteria Report
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Unknown Number 119 Joseph Kartje Fall Semester INTRODUCTION Microorganisms are invisible to the naked eye, this can spell disaster when trying to prevent cross contamination necessary to isolate them in a laboratory setting. Once isolated scientist can identified microorganisms by their cellular structure and function. Different organisms react in different ways […]
Unknown Lab Report in Microbiology
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Unknown #124 Amie Booth December 3, 2013 Microbiology BIO: 203.604, Fall INTRODUCTION When unknown microorganisms are present, it is necessary to identify them in a laboratory setting. Microbes can be identified by their cellular structure and function. Different organisms also behave differently in various environmental conditions. Determination of pathogenicity is possible […]
What is Melanoma
Melanoma is a tumor of melanin-forming cells. The malignant tumor is associated with skin cancer. Malignant melanoma can be very difficult to treat but treatment and an early diagnosis will increase the survival rate. Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. The cancerous growths develop when unrepaired DNA causes damage to skin cells […]
What is Pancreatic Cancer by Emilie Arl
Pancreatic cancer is not to be taken lightly. The pancreas is a very important organ in the body. This organ produces enzymes that help break down food and helps control blood sugar levels. It is very important that the pancreas works properly because of the important functions that it does on a daily basis. Without […]
What is Lyme Disease By Ashley Collings
Anyone who has ever gone camping or been in a wooded area knows that plants, animals, and insects can be a problem. One particular concern that people should have is the different types of ticks. One type of tick that should raise concern is the deer tick, it is named this because it feeds and […]
Understanding and Coping with Dementia by Angela Richardson
Sometime you will hear an older person say I just had a senior moment, when they forget what they are about to say. I had a client that would go into her bedroom to get something and come back I forgot what I was looking for, but then later remember what she went into the […]