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What test is used to distinguish between staphylococci and streptococci?

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Answer: cacalase test

Explanation: The cacalase test is important in distinguishing streptococci cacalase-negative staphylococci which are catalase positive. The test is performed by flooding an agar slant or broth culture with several drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide.

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