This article presents a case study an 18-year-old African American male with sickle cell anemia was seen in an outpatient clinic and presented with a fever of 102.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon further evaluation, the patient was tachycardic, 120 beats per minute (normal: 60-100 beats per minute) and tachypneic, 40 breaths per minute (normal: 12-16 breaths per minute). The patient complained of nonspecific achiness and fatigue. The article outlines the case results.

Learning Objectives:

• Reflect on a case study presenting B. holmesii
• Discuss the clinical significance of B. holmesii
• Discuss the laboratory identificiation of B. holmesii

Author(s):

• Eleanor A. Powell, PhD,
• Ariela Topper, MT (ASCP)
• Joel E. Mortensen, PhD
• Jason T. Blackard, PhD

Relevant Certifications:

• Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)
• Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT)

Launch Date: 2020

Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase