M.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER 2017
Third Semester
Microbiology
Core IX MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(CBCS 2016 onwards)
Time 3 Hours Maximum 75 Marks
Part A (10 x 2 20)
Answer all the questions.
1. Septic.
2. Mention any four normal flora in respiratory tract.
3. Exfoliation.
4. Streptolysin U.
5. Pneumonic plaque.
6. Leukocidins.
7. Virulence factors.
8. Zoonosis.
9. Flavi virus.
10. HBsAg.
Sub. Code
530301
RW-877
2
Sp 5
Part B x 5 25)
Answer all the questions, choosing either or
11. Write briefly about the microbiological examination
of Urine sample.
Or
Write about the role of normal microflora in the
gastrointestinal tract.
12. Enlist and explain the clinical impact of Gonococci.
Or
Write about the Laboratory diagnosis of
Streptococci.
13. Explain principle and process of WIDAL Test.
Or
Give a short notes on diagnostic method for
Mycobacteria.
14. Explain the general characters and pathogenesis of
candida sp.
Or
Write about the pathogenicity of Entamoeba
histolytica.
15. Explain the morphology of Hepatitis B Virus.
Or
Write short notes on Chickengunya.
RW-877
3
Sp 5
Part C 10 30)
Answer any three questions.
16. What are the steps taken for collection and transport of
samples from the infected patients?
17. Write an elaborate account on Causative agent,
Symptoms, diagnosis and control of anthracis.
18. Describe in detail the pathogenesis, diagnosis and control
measures of syphilis.
19. Explain about the morphology and life cycle of Taenia.
20. Write an essay on mechanism of action of antibiotics.
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