Comparison of different sampling techniques and of different culture methods for detection of group B streptococcus carriage in pregnant women
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p><it>Streptococcus agalactiae </it>(group B streptococcus; GBS) is a significant cause of perinatal and neonatal infections worldwide. To detect GBS colonization in pregnant women, the CDC recommends isolation of the bacte...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2010-09-01
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| Series: | BMC Infectious Diseases |
| Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/285 |