Novel test for microbial blood infections

The invention relates to methods for detecting microbial blood infections including sepsis in a subject, preferably a neonate or a non-neonate such as an adult, the method comprising real-time PCR reactions for detection of specific microorganisms. Said methods preferably include treatment of a subj...

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1. Verfasser: PAUL HENDRIK MARIA SAVELKOUL
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Zusammenfassung:The invention relates to methods for detecting microbial blood infections including sepsis in a subject, preferably a neonate or a non-neonate such as an adult, the method comprising real-time PCR reactions for detection of specific microorganisms. Said methods preferably include treatment of a subject following detection of a specific microorganism or group of microorganisms. The invention further relates to a kit of parts adapted for performing a method of the invention, a set of at least one forward or reverse primer or probe and a method for monitoring sepsis or for determining the efficacy of an anti-sepsis treatment.