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AAMA CMA Practice Question

While taking intake information, a medical assistant performs a throat swab on a patient who complains of a sore throat and fever. What is the primary clinical reason for collecting this type of specimen before initiating therapy?

  • To evaluate the throat's histamine response to suspected allergens

  • To identify pathogenic microorganisms causing the sore throat so targeted treatment can be prescribed

  • To measure the pH of saliva for acid-base assessment

  • To gauge tonsil size and decide whether the patient needs a tonsillectomy

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