Rapid Molecular Tests for Detecting Respiratory Pathogens Reduced the Use of Antibiotics in Children

• Main Authors: Yu Kyung Kim (Author), Jong Ho Lee (Author), Sae Yoon Kim (Author), Ji Young Ahn (Author), Kwang Hae Choi (Author), Young Hwan Lee (Author), Kyung Mi Jang (Author), Yong Sauk Hau (Author), Jae Min Lee (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2021-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Multiplex polymerase chain reaction (mPCR) is increasingly being used to diagnose infections caused by respiratory pathogens in pediatric inpatient facilities. mPCR assays detect a broader array of viruses, with higher specificity and sensitivity and faster turnaround than previous assays. We adapte...