Evaluation of different DNA extraction methods and loop-mediated isothermal amplification primers for the detection of Mycobacterium ulcerans in clinical specimens

Abstract Background Early diagnosis and treatment of Buruli ulcer is critical in order to avoid the debilitating effects of the disease. In this regard, the development of new diagnostic and point of care tools is encouraged. The loop-mediated isothermal amplification for the detection of Mycobacter...

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Main Authors: Anthony Ablordey, Evans Ahotor, Charles A. Narh, Sandra A. King, Isra Cruz, Joseph M. Ndung’u, Dziedzom K. de Souza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-06-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-021-06308-z