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Which of the following are characteristics that are shared by Mycoplasma hominis and Ureaplasma urealyticum?

Answer:

* A. Both cause post-partum fever.
* B. Ampicillin would be a reasonable choice for treatment.
* C. Both organisms are identified by production of urease.
* D. Both stimulate production of cold agglutinins.
* E. Both organisms grow well on sheep blood agar.

Correct Answer: A

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