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Iph2312:Microbiology Question Paper

Iph2312:Microbiology

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Public Health

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2010

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer questions one and any other two questions
QUESTION ONE - (30 MARKS)
a) Identity four bacterial spp sexually transmitted. (4 Marks)
b) How similar are streptococci and staphylococci spp. (2 Marks)
c) Define; cell wall, facultative anaerobes, tetanospamin. (2 Marks)
d) Name two pathogens used as sewage indicators. (2 Marks)
e) Identify three vectors of rickettsial diseases. (3 Marks)
f) How does cholera and shigellosis differ? (3 Marks)
g) Outline the developmental cycle of Chlamydia spp. (3 Marks)
h) Provide two microscopic and two serological test of syphilis. (4 Marks)
i) Highlight on 3 physical methods of sterilization. (3 Marks)
j) Briefly describe symptoms and signs of leprosy. (3 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
Discuss the etiologic agent, manifestations, transmission and prevention of Botulism.
(20 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
Describe collection of various specimens, transportation and preservation for microbiological
investigation. Provide examples of pathogens likely to be isolated from each. (20 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
Describe the general features of Yersinia pestis, transmission and prevention of new infections.
(20 Marks)

Iph2312:Microbiology Question Paper

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