TB Research

Evaluation of mycobacteria infection prevalence and optimization of the identification process in North Sardinia, Italy

Chen X, Sechi LA, Molicotti P

Microbiology spectrum · 2023-12

Abstract

Importance Mycobacterial infection is a major threat to public health worldwide. Accurate identification of infected species and drug resistance detection are critical factors in treatment. We focused on shortening the turn-around time of identifying mycobacteria species and antibiotic resistance tests.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mycobacterium
  • Mycobacterium tuberculosis
  • Prevalence
  • Italy
  • Mycobacterium Infections, Nontuberculous
  • Nontuberculous Mycobacteria