Whole genome sequencing found to rapidly enhance infection control
Monday, June 8, 2015 - 13:30
in Biology & Nature
Whole genome sequencing can quickly isolate the specific strain of bacteria causing an outbreak, identify the source of contamination, and enable rapid infection prevention to stop the spread of infection, according to a study. The findings are based on the examination of an outbreak of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in an Australian neonatal unit.