Which stain is most useful for identifying acid-fast bacilli in granulomatous lesions?
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Correct answer: Ziehl–Neelsen stain
Ziehl–Neelsen stain detects acid-fast bacilli such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The organisms appear bright red against a blue background.
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