Nanopore metagenomic sequencing of influenza virus directly from respiratory samples: diagnosis, drug resistance and nosocomial transmission, United Kingdom, 2018/19 influenza season

ConclusionNanopore metagenomic sequencing can detect the emergence of novel variants and drug resistance, providing timely insights into antimicrobial stewardship and vaccine design. Full genome generation can help investigate and manage nosocomial outbreaks.PMID:34240696 | DOI:10.2807/1560-7917.ES.2021.26.27.2000004
Source: Euro Surveill - Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Source Type: research