There are many pathogenic species of ecoli. The use of PCR has allowed the differentiation of these organisms in stool specimens....
There are many species of E. ecoli. Although Shiga toxin (Stx)-producing E. coli is associated with GI related illnesses, this or...
MecA is typically seen with Staphylococcus which confers resistance to methicillin subsequently resulting in MRSA. However, MecA h...
MecA expressed by Staphylococcus causes resistance to oxacillin/methicillin resulting in methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aure...
Choosing the right drug may still lead to failure in eradicating the infection if the appropriate dose is not administered. Bactri...
There are many ways in which microbes become resistant. Understanding the mechanism of resistance is important as treatment may ch...
As PCR becomes more accessible to healthcare providers, understanding how the impact of resistance genes on treatment options is e...
Candida is commonly found in urine specimens. However, this does not mean that treatment is required. Candida is part of the norma...