A comparison of nucleic acid amplification techniques for the assessment of bacterial viability

Aims: The ability to determine the presence and viability status of bacteria by molecular methods could offer significant advantages to the food, environmental and health sectors, in terms of improved speed and sensitivity of detection.

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