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Rapid Biochemical Tests for the Identification of Groups A, B, C, F, and G Streptococci from Throat Cultures

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Journal J Clin Microbiol
Specialty Microbiology
Date 1983 Jul 1
PMID 6411765
Citations 19
Authors
M SLIFKIN
G M Gil
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Abstract

A test employing three fluorogenic 4-methylumbelliferyl substrates and the lectin of Dolichos biflorus was developed for the identification of beta-hemolytic streptococcal colonies associated with throat cultures. This non-serological method is unique in that it permits the accurate identification of groups C, F, and G streptococci, as well as groups A and B streptococci. The method is rapid, simple, and specific and appears to be a useful means to identify groups A, B, C, F, and G streptococci.

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