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A Protein Microarray Assay for Serological Determination of Antigen-specific Antibody Responses Following Clostridium difficile Infection
Published on: June 15, 2018
Rebecca L McClarren1, Brodi Lynch, Neelima Nyayapati
1Family Medicine Residency Program, St Luke's Hospital, University of Toledo, 6005 Monclova Road, Maumee, OH 43537, USA. rebecca.mcclarren@utoledo.edu
Abstract:
Infectious diarrhea is both a local and a global concern. Illnesses can range from mild inconveniences to life-threatening epidemics. Although diarrhea can be caused by a vast array of pathogens, the cornerstone of prevention is provision of a safe food and water supply, application of basic hygiene principles, and the development and administration of vaccines. The cornerstone of treatment is rehydration. Selection of specific antimicrobial therapy should be based on disease presentation and epidemiologic factors.
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