Urinary crystals and microbiology

What is the primary component of struvite crystals in cats?

• Calcium oxalate

• Magnesium ammonium phosphate

• Uric acid

• Cystine

Which type of urinary crystal is most commonly found in dogs?

• Struvite

• Calcium oxalate

• Uric acid

• Cystine

How does the pH of urine affect the formation of struvite crystals in cats?

• Acidic urine prevents their formation

• Neutral pH promotes their formation

• Alkaline urine promotes their formation

• pH has no effect on their formation

Which technique is commonly used for the identification of urinary crystals in pets?

• X-ray

• Ultrasound

• Urinalysis with microscopy

• Blood test

Why is antibiotic sensitivity testing important in treating urinary tract infections in pets?

• To determine the pet's allergic reactions to antibiotics

• To identify the most effective antibiotic against the specific bacteria

• To determine the correct dosage of antibiotics

• To prevent the pet from developing diabetes

What is the purpose of gram staining in microbiology?

• To determine the size of bacteria

• To identify the shape of bacteria

• To differentiate bacteria by cell wall composition

• To count the number of bacteria in a sample

What does culture and sensitivity testing involve?

• Growing bacteria in a nutrient medium to identify it

• Testing the sensitivity of human cells to antibiotics

• Culturing viruses to determine their sensitivity to antiviral drugs

• Both A and B

Which skin disorder is commonly associated with bacterial infections in pets?

• Eczema

• Pyoderma

• Psoriasis

• Vitiligo

What role does urine pH play in the formation of calcium oxalate crystals in dogs?

• Acidic urine promotes their formation

• Alkaline urine promotes their formation

• Neutral pH prevents their formation

• pH has no effect on their formation

What is the main goal of antibiotic sensitivity testing?

• To increase the sensitivity of pets to antibiotics

• To determine the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of antibiotics

• To find the best antibiotic to promote growth in pets

• To test the pet's hearing sensitivity after antibiotic treatment