When attempting to determine viable cell counts of a heat-sensitive bacterial isolate, which cell counting method should be avoided?
A. spread-plate method
B. pour-plate method
C. live staining and direct counting with a microscope
D. both spread- and pour-plate methods
Answer:B
When attempting to determine viable cell counts of a heat-sensitive bacterial isolate, which cell counting method should be avoided?
A. spread-plate method B. pour-plate method C. live staining and direct counting with a microscope D. both spread- and pour-plate methods