Detection of Clostridium difficile Toxin by Counterimmunoelectrophoresis: a Note of Caution
Ian R. Poxton, Marie D. Byrne
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Ian R. Poxton, Marie D. Byrne
Abstract
Recent methods for detection of Clostridium difficile toxin by counterimmunoelectrophoresis might lead to errors. False-positives may be attributable to soluble cell surface antigens reacting with impure antitoxin.
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Recent methods for detection of Clostridium difficile toxin by counterimmunoelectrophoresis might lead to errors. False-positives may be attributable to soluble cell surface antigens reacting with impure antitoxin.
Key concepts: Counterimmunoelectrophoresis, Clostridium difficile, Antitoxin, Clostridiaceae, Toxin, Microbiology, False positive paradox, Clostridium Infections