Abstract
Neisseria lactamica, isolated from a baby with septicaemia, was at first thought to be Neissera meningitidis, possibly acquired in hospital. Extensive investigation of contacts was made until the O-nitrophenyl-D-galactopyranoside reaction proved positive. Distinction between the two species, easily made in this way, is important both in individual patients and in population surveys.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 243-245 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Infection |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 1987 |
Externally published | Yes |