What are Some Common Challenges in Bacterial Cultures?
Bacterial cultures can face several challenges: - Contamination: Non-target bacteria contaminating the culture, leading to inaccurate results. - Fastidious Organisms: Some bacteria require specific nutrients or conditions that are difficult to replicate in the lab. - Mixed Infections: Presence of multiple bacterial species in a sample can complicate isolation and identification. - Antibiotic Resistance: Some bacteria may be resistant to multiple antibiotics, making treatment difficult.
