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This picture shows the organism Pneumococci. These bacteria are usually paired (diplococci) or appear in chains. Pneumococci are typically associated with pneumonia, but may cause infection in other organs such as the brain (pneumococcal meningitis) and blood stream (pneumococcal septicemia). (Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.) | ||
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Acquired Date: 1/1/1997 12:00:00 AM Acquired From: Mosby Publishing Company |
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