title: Auxotab--a device for identifying enteric bacteria.
abstract: A multitest system called the Auxotab that uses ten dehydrated reagents on a paper card has been evaluated with 417 known stock cultures of Enterobacteriaceae. In double-blind studies with the Auxotab, 87% of the strains tested were correctly identified. Results of this study indicate that there is a need for modification of the product in regard to ease of handling, time required for use, and accuracy of identification of enteric bacteria.
mesh_terms: D001431:Bacteriological Techniques; D004755:Enterobacteriaceae / Q000145:classification / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005188:False Negative Reactions; D011934:Reagent Strips; D013048:Specimen Handling
chemical_list: D011934:Reagent Strips