Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections, Volume II

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: Paperback / softback
Length: 271 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
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 the coverage, new chapters have been introduced, providing insights into emerging species and exploring alternative perspectives on the utilization of bacterial typing in infectious disease diagnosis. 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 sections, covering respiratory and urogenital pathogens (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 (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 a comprehensive overview of molecular techniques and their applications in various settings, this edition serves as a valuable tool for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students alike in the field of infectious diseases.

Weight: 432g
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030832193
Edition number: 2nd ed. 2022