Any tissues received in the clinical microbiology laboratory should be minced and homogenized in a biosafety cabinet.If lung tissue is sent and processed,then which organism should be examined using direct fluorescent antibody (DFA)testing?

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Tissue may be inoculated to tissue culture cells for isolation of viruses and should be manipulated in a laminar flow biologic safety cabinet.Brain,lung,spinal fluid,and blood are generally good specimens for viral isolation.Tissue may be examined by immunofluorescence for the presence of herpes simplex virus,varicella-zoster virus,cytomegalovirus,or rabies viral particles.Lung tissue should be examined by DFA test for Legionella spp.

Any Tissues Received in the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Should Be