Rapid detection of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae.
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Author(s)
Nordmann, P
Poirel, L
Dortet, L
Type
Journal Article
Abstract
To rapidly identify carbapenemase producers in Enterobacteriaceae, we developed the Carba NP test. The test uses isolated bacterial colonies and is based on in vitro hydrolysis of a carbapenem, imipenem. It was 100% sensitive and specific compared with molecular-based techniques. This rapid (<2 hours), inexpensive technique may be implemented in any laboratory.
Date Issued
2012-09-30
Date Acceptance
2012-09-01
Citation
Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2012, 18 (9), pp.1503-1507
ISSN
1080-6059
Publisher
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Start Page
1503
End Page
1507
Journal / Book Title
Emerging Infectious Diseases
Volume
18
Issue
9
Copyright Statement
All materials published in Emerging Infectious Diseases are in the public domain and can be used without permission. Nordmann P, Poirel L, Dortet L. Rapid detection of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae. Emerg Infect Dis [serial on the Internet]. 2012 Sep [date cited]. http://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid1809.120355
Subjects
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Bacterial Proteins
Bacteriological Techniques
Carbapenems
Enterobacteriaceae
Enterobacteriaceae Infections
Humans
Hydrolysis
Sensitivity and Specificity
beta-Lactamases
Publication Status
Published