Validation of a modified IDEXX defined-substrate assay for detection of antimicrobial resistant <i>E. coli</i> in environmental reservoirs
Gracie Hornsby, Temitope D. Ibitoye, Shivaramu Keelara, Angela Harris
Abstract
co-vary over time in both surface water and surface soil. This novel method can reliably be performed outside of a laboratory setting and has very low equipment requirements, meaning it has tremendous potential to bolster global monitoring efforts, particularly in resource-restricted and highly rural settings.
Topics & Concepts
AntimicrobialSubstrate (aquarium)MicrobiologyChemistryBiologyEcologyPharmaceutical and Antibiotic Environmental ImpactsFecal contamination and water qualityBiosensors and Analytical Detection