Quantitative PCR (qPCR) vs culture-dependent detection to assess honey contamination by Paenibacillus larvae
S. Crudele, L. Ricchiuti, A. Ruberto, F. Rossi
This study compares qPCR and culture-dependent methods for detecting Paenibacillus larvae in honey, finding qPCR more sensitive and reliable for identifying contamination.
bioRxiv · Aug 24, 2019Microbiology