Figure 1.

Bacterial identification workflow via CBtest is different from that of 16SNGS. For CBtest, samples are subjected to gram staining and culture on selective medium. Subsequent biochemical testing will reveal the identity of the bacterial pathogen. On the other hand, DNA extraction from samples is carried out in the first step of 16SNGS workflow. After library preparation, NGS of the 16S rRNA fragments will then be done, followed by bioinformatics analysis to identify the infecting bacteria. TAT of the identification process is workflow-dependent. CBtest, culture and biochemical testing. 16SNGS, 16S rRNA NGS. TAT, turn-around time.