Development and validation of a method for purification of mallein for the diagnosis of glanders in equines

Development and validation of a method for purification of mallein for the diagnosis of glanders in equines

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The allergic test of mallein is one of the most frequently used tests, together with the Complement Fixation Test (CFT), for the diagnosis of glanders in endemic areas. Mallein, a purified protein derivative (PPD), is produced simila...

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Main Authors: de Carvalho Filho Maurício, Ramos Rodrigo, Fonseca Antônio, de Lima Orzil Lívia, Sales Mariana, de Assis Santana Vania, de Souza Marcilia Maria, dos Reis Machado Evandro, Filho Paulo Rodrigues, Leite Rômulo, dos Reis Jenner Karlisson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-09-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
Subjects:
Equine
Glanders
Mallein
Antigen
Diagnosis
Purification
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1746-6148/8/154

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