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Paul A. Gulig, Ph.D.

Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology

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David Brumbaugh

 

What is the next test to do with colony type 2?
C.  Citrate test

Yes, in this limited lab exercise, the citrate test will differentiate E. coli from Klebsiella.  Normally a battery of test would be performed to separate the numerous species in the family Eneterobacteriaceae.