Mass spectrometry-based microbiological testing for blood stream infection

ConclusionMALDI-TOF MS is now an essential tool for rapid bacterial ID of pathogens that cause blood stream infection. For the purpose of assessment of susceptibility and resistance to antibiotics of the pathogens, the roles of liquid chromatography (LC) coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) will increase in the future.
Source: Clinical Proteomics - Category: Biochemistry Source Type: research