What test can be used to differentiate Streptococcus agalactiae from other $\beta$-hemolytic streptococci?
A) Bacitracin
B) Hippurate hydrolysis
C) Pyrrolidonyl-a-naphthylamide (PYR)
D) Optochin

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Hippurate hydrolysis test is used to differentiate Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B streptococci) from other β-hemolytic streptococci because S. agalactiae is positive for this test, indicating its ability to hydrolyze sodium hippurate.

What Test Can Be Used to Differentiate Streptococcus Agalactiae from Other