Reagents and methods for detecting Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Details Reagents and methods for detecting Neisseria gonorrhoeae Reagents and methods for detecting Neisseria gonorrhoeae

2007-10-16

2010-11-30

Navarro, Mark (Department: 1645)

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series

Organic compounds

Carbohydrates or derivatives

C536S024300, C536S024320

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07842794

ABSTRACT:
This invention provides compositions and methods for detectingNeisseria gonorrhoeaein a sample. This invention also provides related reaction mixtures, kits, systems, and computers.

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