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Efficient Nucleic Acid Extraction and 16S rRNA Gene Sequencing for Bacterial Community Characterization
Published on: April 14, 2016
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[Exploring local microbial communities in adenoids through 16S rRNA gene sequencing]
Luohua Yuan1,2, Haibing Liu2, Wenli Li2
1Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery,West China Hospital,Sichuan University,Chengdu,610000,China.
Summary
Adenoids harbor diverse microbes, including potential pathogens like Bacillus subtilis and Streptococcus pneumoniae. This study supports the idea that adenoids function as a "pathogen reservoir" for various infections.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Otolaryngology
- Immunology

