Development of a Novel Test for Simultaneous Bacterial Identification and Antibiotic Susceptibility
Background. Elucidation of a pathogen’s antimicrobial susceptibility requires subculture after the organism is first isolated. This takes several days, requiring patients to be treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics. This approach contributes to the development of bacterial resistance. Methods. Mic...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/5293034 |