CLEAN : Rats sniff out Tuberculosis in Mozambique labs

The video discusses the use of giant pouch African rats, which are native to Africa and well-adapted to their environment. These rats are large, gentle, and easy to train, with a keen sense of smell that allows them to detect tuberculosis. They can identify samples that conventional microscopy might miss, leading to more accurate diagnoses. The results are reported back to healthcare providers for patient tracking.

What is the primary reason giant pouch African rats are used in tuberculosis detection?

• They are easy to train.

• They have a good sense of smell.

• They are large in size.

• They are gentle animals.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of giant pouch African rats?

• They are aggressive.

• They weigh between 1 and 1.5 kilos.

• They are 30 centimeters long.

• They are endemic to Africa.

How do giant pouch African rats contribute to tuberculosis detection?

• By replacing conventional microscopy.

• By identifying samples missed by conventional methods.

• By providing a cure for tuberculosis.

• By being used as test subjects.

What happens to the samples identified by the rats as positive for tuberculosis?

• They are used for training more rats.

• They are reported for further tracking.

• They are discarded.

• They are ignored.

What is the significance of reporting the results identified by the rats?

• To improve the rats' training.

• To track the health needs of patients.

• To develop new microscopy techniques.

• To increase the size of the rat population.