Table 1. Strains used in this study.
| Strain number | Source | Tob MIC (μg/mL) a | Mucoid | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P. aeruginosa | ||||
| SMC232 | Laboratory strain, P. aeruginosa PA14 | 0.75 | No | [16] |
| SMC1585 | CF sputum isolate | 0.125 | Yes | [17] |
| SMC1587 | CF sputum isolate | 8.0 | No | [17] |
| SMC1595 | CF sputum isolate | 1.5 | No | [17] |
| SMC1596 | CF sputum isolate | 1.0 | No | [17] |
| SMC5450 | CF sputum isolate | 1.0 | Yes | [17] |
| SMC84 | P. aeruginosa PAO1 | 0.5 | No | [18] |
| SMC407 | P. aeruginosa FRD1 | 1.0 | Yes | [17, 19] |
a Minimum inhibitory concentration of tobramycin for P. aeruginosa strains as measured by Biomerieux E-test strips according to manufacture’s instructions.