Acid fast stain (Kinyoun Cold Method)- Principle, Procedure and Result Interpretation
The Kinyoun Cold Method is a modified version of the traditional Ziehl-Neelsen acid-fast stain technique used for identifying acid-fast bacteria, particularly Mycobacterium species such as those causing tuberculosis and leprosy. This method, developed by Joseph Kinyoun, does not require heating (“cold” method), making it simpler and safer for routine laboratory use. Here’s an overview of […]
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