摘要 |
<p>The present invention describes novel methods for the specific detection and identification of Chlamydophila psittaci genotypes. According to one embodiment the method makes use of quantitative PCR with internal probes and optionally competitor probes which increase specificity. The invention also describes a strain of Cp. psittaci with a novel genotype EB and methods to distinguish said novel genotype from previously identified genotypes.</p> |