Craney A, Miller S. Present and Future Non-Culture-Based Diagnostics: Stewardship Potentials and Considerations.
Clin Lab Med 2024;
44:109-122. [PMID:
38280793 DOI:
10.1016/j.cll.2023.10.003]
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Abstract
The medical microbiologist plays a key role in the transition from culture-based to molecular test methods for diagnosis of infectious diseases. They must understand the scientific and technical bases underlying these tests along with their associated benefits and limitations and be able to educate administrators and patient providers on their proper use. Coordination of testing practices between clinical departments and the spectrum of public health and research laboratories is essential to optimize health care delivery.
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