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. 2009 Dec 8;4(12):e8205. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0008205

Figure 2. The spread of bacteria in placental tissue and fetal membranes from term and very preterm deliveries.

Figure 2

A total of 5 samples were taken from each women. DNA was extracted and then subject to broad-range 16S rDNA endpoint PCR and species-specific real time PCR. The percentage (and number) of individuals that had 3–5 samples, 1–2 samples, and 0 samples positive for bacteria are shown for each group. (CS) caesarean section, (V) spontaneous vaginal delivery, (PTL) preterm labour with intact membranes, (PPROM) preterm prolonged rupture of membranes.