This stain is NOT routinely used for sputum. You
want to use this test when you suspect Cyptococcus neoformans meningitis.
An example of this stain is below. This is the only
yeast cell with a capsule. The capsule excludes the stain and a clear
zone is seen around each yeast cell.
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