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The oxidase test detects the presence of a cytochrome oxidase system that will catalyse the transport of electrons between electron donors in the bacteria and a redox dye- tetramethyl-p-phenylene-diamine. The dye is reduced to deep purple color. This test is used to assist in the identification of Pseudomonas, Neisseria, Alcaligens, Aeromonas, Campylobacter, Vibrio, Brucella and Pasteurella, all of which produce the enzyme cytochrome oxidase.

Oxidase Test- Principle, Uses, Procedure, Types, Result Interpretation, Examples and Limitations Oxidase Test- Principle, Uses, Procedure, Types, Result Interpretation, Examples and Limitations