Microbiota present in cystic fibrosis lungs as revealed by whole genome sequencing.

Microbiota present in cystic fibrosis lungs as revealed by whole genome sequencing.

Determination of the precise composition and variation of microbiota in cystic fibrosis lungs is crucial since chronic inflammation due to microorganisms leads to lung damage and ultimately, death. However, this constitutes a major technical challenge. Culturing of microorganisms does not provide a...

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Main Authors: Philippe M Hauser, Thomas Bernard, Gilbert Greub, Katia Jaton, Marco Pagni, Gaudenz M Hafen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2014-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3944733?pdf=render

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