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Strep Throat vs. Tonsillitis: Quick Comparison for Patients

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Illustration comparing inflamed tonsils and bacterial strep throat, showing stylized throat anatomy and microbes for patient education.

Sore throats can be confusing. You might hear a doctor say “it looks like tonsillitis,” while someone else mentions “strep … Read more

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Does BV Cause Bleeding? What Studies Say + When to Seek Care

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Hyper-realistic cutaway illustration of a cervix and vaginal lining showing healthy lactobacilli versus pathogenic bacteria with tiny blood droplets.

If you’ve ever searched online about bacterial vaginosis (BV) and bleeding, you probably found conflicting answers. Many sources insist that … Read more

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DNA vs RNA: Simple Differences for Microbiology Students

August 19, 2025 by askmicro

When you’re first learning microbiology, all the talk of DNA and RNA can get confusing. They’re both nucleic acids, they … Read more

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Do Bacteria Have RNA? rRNA, mRNA, and Why 16S Matters

August 19, 2025 by askmicro

Someone once asked me, “Do bacteria have RNA, or just DNA?” It’s a great question because we often hear about … Read more

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Cell Homogenizers: Techniques, Uses, and Best Practices in Microbial Analysis

August 18, 2025July 14, 2025 by fleming
Modern lab cell homogenizer breaking down cells in a tube on a lab bench

Why Homogenization Matters Efficient cell disruption releases intracellular enzymes, DNA, and metabolites. A 2024 Microbial Biotechnology benchmark showed that optimized … Read more

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High-Pressure Autoclaves: Why Your Lab Might Need One and How to Choose

August 18, 2025July 14, 2025 by fleming
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Why Consider High-Pressure Autoclaves? Standard tabletop units max out at 30 psi. High-pressure models (up to 45 psi) reach 138 °C, cutting prion … Read more

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Understanding the Olympus CH-2 Microscope: Parts and Labeled Diagrams

August 18, 2025July 14, 2025 by fleming
Hyper-realistic image of an Olympus CH-2 compound microscope with blurred laboratory background and askmicrobiology watermark.

Overview of the Olympus CH‑2 Series Released in the late 1980s, the Olympus CH‑2 quickly became a staple in teaching … Read more

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Snail Knobs: Unique Structural Features and Biological Functions Explained

July 14, 2025July 13, 2025 by fleming

Introduction Snail shells often display striking protrusions known as knobs—tiny, calcified bumps that can transform an ordinary spiral into a … Read more

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AtoAtomic Force Microscopy (AFM): Essential Parts and Their Functions Explained

August 18, 2025July 13, 2025 by fleming
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Principle of AFM Atomic Force Microscopy uses a nanometer‑scale cantilever tip to map surface topography with sub‑angstrom vertical resolution. The … Read more

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Condenser Parts: A Comprehensive Diagram and Guide for Lab Technicians

July 14, 2025July 13, 2025 by fleming
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