Abstract
A quantitative system, amenable to automation, for determining the presence of group A streptococci in broth culture is described. After separation from the broth, the cells' protein coats are removed by digestion with 0.1% trypsin, and they are then stained with anti-A fluorescent antibody (FA). Excess FA is removed, and bound FA is put into solution by dissociation with demineralized distilled water. The amount of FA bound to the cells is quantitated by fluorometry of the solution. The level of nonspecific staining is measured by staining the cells with fluorescein-conjugated normal rabbit globulin absorbed with group A cells, dissociating, and quantifying, as above. The two quantities are subtracted to measure specific binding of FA to group A cells. A clinical trial showed 92% agreement with microscopists.
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