Moraxella catarrhalis in sputum

Moraxella catarrhalis in sputum

Gram stain of sputum (x1000) shows inflammatory cells and gram-negative diplococci. Moraxella (formerly Branhamella) catarrhalis grew from this patient's sputum. Although encountered less frequently, either Neisseria or Acinetobacter could have this appearance.

Courtesy of Harriet Provine.

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