Immunofluorescent Detection of Mycobacteria Using Polyclonal Anti-BCG Antibody Staining: Introduction, Principle, Clinical Significance, Advantage, Disadvantage, and Keynotes
Introduction Immunofluorescent staining with polyclonal anti-BCG antibodies is a rapid and specific technique used to detect Mycobacterium species, particularly in clinical and research settings. These antibodies recognize antigenic components of Mycobacterium bovis BCG strain and cross-react with members of the M. tuberculosis complex. The method …