Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections, Volume I

Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections, 2nd edition, is a comprehensive resource for identifying and classifying bacterial pathogenic agents, with new chapters on emerging species and applications in research, clinical, and industrial settings.

Format: Hardback
Length: 221 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This second edition of Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections, presented in two volumes, encompasses a comprehensive range of both common and neglected bacterial pathogenic agents, emphasizing the most effective methodologies for their identification and classification in the context of their specific epidemiology. To enhance its coverage, new chapters have been introduced, providing insights into the molecular typing of emerging species and exploring alternative perspectives on its utility. These books serve as invaluable resources for the molecular characterization of infectious disease agents encountered in research, hospital clinical laboratories, culture collections, and various industrial settings.

Each of the 21 chapters in this edition offers a detailed overview of specific molecular approaches employed for the efficient detection and typing of diverse bacterial pathogens. These chapters are organized into five parts, covering respiratory and urogenital pathogens in Volume I, gastrointestinal and healthcare-associated pathogens, as well as a novel group of vector-borne and Biosafety level 3 pathogens, including a comparison of traditional microbiology laboratory typing methods with molecular methods of epidemiology in Volume II.

In keeping with its commitment to providing up-to-date information, Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections offers comprehensive and revised methods for accurate diagnosis and proper classification of various bacterial types, which are crucial in unraveling the transmission routes of human pathogens. By presenting state-of-the-art techniques, this edition serves as a valuable tool for researchers, clinicians, and laboratory professionals seeking to enhance their understanding and expertise in this field.

Weight: 524g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030740177
Edition number: 2nd ed. 2022