Multiplex real-time PCR assay for detection and differentiation of Bordetella pertussis and Bordetella parapertussis
Background and Objective: Rapid diagnosis of pertussis is important for the timely isolation of the infection source and early prevention measures among the contact persons, especially among non-vaccinated infants for whom pertussis is life- threatening. Materials and Methods: Targets IS481, IS1001,...
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| Language: | English |
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2014-06-01
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| Series: | Iranian Journal of Microbiology |
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| Online Access: | https://ijm.tums.ac.ir/index.php/ijm/article/view/429 |