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Neonatal Conjunctivitis - Glossary

Glossary

Cornea: Cornea is the dome shaped and transparent covering of the eye.

Gram staining: A method to identify bacteria by staining with a particular dye. Depending on whether the bacteria take up the stain, they are broadly classified as gram positive or gram negative.

Cervical swab: Culture sample taken from the lower opening of the uterus through the vagina using a cotton swab.

Broad spectrum antibiotics: Antibiotics active against a broad range of bacteria.

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