Evaluation of a rapid immunochromatographic assay for the detection and identification of Legionella spp. strains isolated from cultures

The Legionnaires’ disease is a major issue in the healthcare because it ranks among the emerging infectious diseases in our country, particularly those caused by Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1. The severity of the infection is related to several factors including the virulence of the bacterium a...

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Main Authors: Maria Chiucini, Marisa Meacci, Monica Losi, Mariagrazia Apice, Lorena Pozzi, Antonella Grottola, Monica Pecorari, Giuliana Fabio, Sara Tagliazucchi, Fabio Rumpianesi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2010-12-01
Series:Microbiologia Medica
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Online Access:http://www.pagepressjournals.org/index.php/mm/article/view/2399