GRAM STAIN PROTOCOL - fecal smear to observe the bacterial microflora

This technique is used to stain a slide such as a fecal smear to observe the bacterial microflora present based on their gram stain reaction. “Heat-fix” the slide with the specimen by passing it over a heat source, such as a flame, several times using a forceps. The slide should be passed very quickly through the flame and not be heated excessively. Place slide on the staining tray. Read Full Protocol Here