Detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus
US8367337B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/16
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides improved tests for the detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. The tests are particularly useful for eliminating false positive results due to the presence of a mixed bacterial population in patient samples.
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