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DNA pyrosequencing-based identification of pathogenic Candida species by using the internal transcribed spacer 2 region.
Archives of pathology & laboratory medicine - 1 Apr 2008
Boyanton Bobby L, Luna Ruth Ann, Fasciano Lea R, Menne Kyle G, Versalovic James
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CONTEXT: The incidence of infections due to diverse Candida species is increasing, with correspondingly different antifungal susceptibility patterns. Routine yeast identification methods cause significant delays in appropriate patient management. OBJECTIVE: A DNA pyrosequencing strategy was evaluated for identification of pathogenic Candida species associated with human infections. DESIGN: Clinical (n = 51) and...
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