Limulus Lysate Test Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the Limulus Lysate Test?
A
- Used for the diagnosis of meningitis caused by Gram-negative bacteria
- By detecting the reaction between Limulus amebocyte and the bacterial endotoxin of Gram-negative bacteria.
2
Q
What is the source of the reagent used in the Limulus Lysate Test?
A
blood cells of the Horseshoe Crab (Limulus polyphemus).
3
Q
What does a positive result in the Limulus Lysate Test indicate?
A
coagulation within 1 hour of incubation at 37°C.
