PLE Category: Microbiology

PLE-3108

What is the drug of choice for asymptomatic intestinal infection in Entamoeba histolytica infection?

PLE-3109

A patient with a history of mountain hiking in Palawan came in for a consultation due to recurrent high-grade fever. Further workup showed a blood smear with banana-shaped gametocytes. Which of the following species is the most likely cause?

PLE-3104

The following structure is an essential component of bacteria, except for what?

PLE-3105

A 3-year-old child was seen at the ER, complaining of 4 days of fever with difficulty breathing. X-ray shows pneumatocele of the left lung. Which of the following microorganisms is most likely the causative agent?

PLE-3106

In Ritter syndrome of Scalded Skin Syndrome, the exfoliation of the skin is usually caused by Gram-positive bacteria. At which layer does the separation of the epidermis occur?

PLE-3101

A 35-year-old male, was treated for malaria. After 6 months, he developed a fever and tested positive for malaria parasites. What is this phenomenon?

PLE-3102

Which among the following organisms is gram positive and has endotoxins?

PLE-3103

In which organisms is dark-field microscopy used for visualization?

PLE-3097

A 38-week AOG pregnant woman tested positive for GBS. What should you do next?