Title: Perform microscopy and vital stain preparation.
Course: Biomedical Technician (14900) > Section: Performing Basic Microbiology Skills

Performance should include

- preparing slides
- demonstrating correct staining techniques
- using appropriate magnification
- identifying specimens.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the steps of slide preparation and staining?
- What magnification needs to be used for identification?
- Why are microscopy and vital stain preparation so important in lab testing?