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. 1977 Jun;11(6):1087–1088. doi: 10.1128/aac.11.6.1087

Rapid Penicillinase Paper Strip Test for Detection of Beta-Lactamase-Producing Haemophilus influenzae and Neisseria gonorrhoeae

James H Jorgensen *, Jean C Lee 1, Gary A Alexander 1
PMCID: PMC352138  PMID: 406836

Abstract

A modified 1-min iodometric paper strip test for penicillinase activity was developed for detection of beta-lactamase-producing isolates of Haemophilus influenzae and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The test is simple to perform and uses reagent-impregnated strips that may be stored for 1 year or more prior to use.

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