T098. Bacterial Identification by DNA Sequencing in a Clinical Laboratory
Date: July 28, 2010
Speaker: Alexander Mellman

Summary of Session: Species identification of bacteria using DNA sequencing, e.g. of the 16S rRNA gene or of the rpoB gene.

Objectives: Upon completion of this Teleconference, participants should be able to:

• Discuss methods and targets available for DNA sequence based identification of bacteria (e.g. 16S rRNA gene)
• Know different databases for sequence-based identification of microorganisms
• Discuss pitfalls and limitations of the methods
• Acquire an overview of technical and QC/QA aspects of diagnostic DNA sequencing
• Describe future technical developments and strategies for molecular identification of bacteria

Intended Audience: Clinical microbiologists, medical technologists, supervisors, managers, directors, pathologists, physicians, pharmaceutical industry QC, educators, epidemiologists and infectious disease specialists.

CME Disclosures: The Presenter has nothing to disclose.

Termination of CME Credit: This program will not be eligible for CME credit after July 28, 2011