Detection and identification of Campylobacter coli and Campylobacter jejuni by two-step polymerase chain reaction

Flagellin gene was used as target sequence to detect and distinguish C. coli and C. jejuni by a "nested PCR" technique. The method shows a high level of sensitivity and specificity. Application of this rapid diagnostic tool could provide further information about epidemiological and pathogenetic implications of each of these two microorganisms.