Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry method for rapid identification and differentiation of Burkholderia pseudomallei and Burkholderia mallei from each other, Burkholderia thailandensis and several members of the Burkholderia cepacia complex

ConclusionsThe method is fast, accurate and easy to use. The algorithm is robust against different growth conditions (medium and temperature). Significance and Impact of the StudyThis assay may prove beneficial in a clinical diagnostic setting, where the rapid identification of B. pseudomallei is essential to effective treatment. This method could also be easily employed after a biological attack to confirm the presence of either B. pseudomallei or B. mallei.
Source: Journal of Applied Microbiology - Category: Microbiology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research