The E test is a quantitative antibiotic sensitivity test that uses plastic strips impregnated with an antibiotic of interest. This test helps in determining the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the antibiotic against a particular bacteria.

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The E Test Is

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The E test is

A) a rapid serological test used to detect the presence of eastern equine encephalitis virus in cerebrospinal fluid.
B) a quantitative antibiotic sensitivity test that utilizes plastic strips impregnated with an antibiotic of interest.
C) used to quantify levels of IgE antibody in serum samples.
D) used to measure esculine levels in pasteurized milk.

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