Verna-Latin-The spring season. A great name for the dog that you adopt in the spring time. Vespera-Latin-The evening star. This girl dog is at her best in the evening. Virginia-Latin-A lady who is pure and virginal.
Mannitol Salt Agar (MSA) is a selective and differential medium. The high concentration of salt (7.5%) selects for members of the genus Staphylococcus, since they can tolerate high saline levels.
MSSA refers to methicillin sensitive staphylococcus aureus. Staphylococcus aureus is a type of bacteria that can commonly be found in the skin or inside the respiratory passage. This particular bacterium is typically classified as methicillin sensitive or methicillin resistant.