Morphology: Coccus
Arrangement: Chains
Gram reaction: Gram Positive
Species:
- Streptococcus mitis (Alpha hemolytic)
- Streptococcus salivarius (gamma hemolytic)
Gingival Test
Medium: Mitis Salivarius Agar (selective for streptococcus)
Selective ingredient: Tellurite
Indicator: Methylene Blue
- Sample source: Oral Cavity (gingival - gums)