Abstract
A novel duplex PCR method based on variable-number tandem-repeat targets to discriminate among Mycobacterium abscessus complex isolates was developed and evaluated in 85 clinical isolates. The assay accuracy was confirmed by a multiple-target sequence analysis. The duplex PCR assay is a one-step, reliable, and accurate assay for discriminating M. abscessus species.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1107-1109 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Clinical Microbiology |
Volume | 49 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 Mar |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Microbiology (medical)