Matrix-assisted Laser Desorption Ionization Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry (MALDI-TOF-MS) has revolutionized the identification of microorganisms in clinical microbiology laboratories worldwide. Whereas routine microorganisms traditionally often took 18-24 hours to be identified, MALDI-TOF-MS leads to accurate identification in a matter of minutes. In this presentation, we review how MALDI-TOF-MS is enabling microbiology laboratories to improve their workflow as well as discussing new frontiers for the application of this technology in the field of clinical microbiology.
Susan Butler-Wu, PhD, D (ABMM)
02/04/2015
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