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Methods for Isolation and Characterization of Nontuberculous Mycobacteria in Potable Water

Objective

1)Develop an improved method(s) for isolating and/or detecting nontuberculous mycobacteria from potable water. 2)Determine the best DNA fingerprinting method to use to determine genetic relatedness with clinical and environmental isolates.

Investigators
Petterson, Lynne
Institution
EPA Office of Research and Development
Start date
2000
End date
2000
Project number
EPA8