Abstract
The performances of the ESwab and Amies transport media were evaluated for optimal survival of group B streptococcus (GBS) in StrepB carrot broth. ESwab was superior to Amies at all temperatures evaluated but was optimal at 21°C and 24°C, whereas recovery in Amies was significantly decreased at these temperatures.
Publication types
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Comparative Study
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Evaluation Study
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Bacteriological Techniques / methods*
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Culture Media / chemistry*
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Female
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Microbial Viability
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Pregnancy
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Specimen Handling / methods*
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Streptococcal Infections / diagnosis*
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Streptococcus agalactiae / isolation & purification*
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Temperature
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Time Factors