MALDI-TOF Mass Spectroscopy Applications in Clinical Microbiology. (7th May 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Alizadeh, Maryam; Yousefi, Leila; Pakdel, Farzaneh; Ghotaslou, Reza; Rezaee, Mohammad Ahangarzadeh; Khodadadi, Ehsaneh; Oskouei, Mahin Ahangar; Soroush Barhaghi, Mohammad Hossein; Kafil, Hossein Samadi
• Other Names: Ahmed Mahmoud S. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Advances in pharmacological and pharmaceutical sciences. Volume 2021(2021)
• Publication Date: 2021-05-07
• DOI: 10.1155/2021/9928238
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2633-4682

Abstract

Abstract : There is a range of proteomics methods to spot and analyze bacterial protein contents such as liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), two-dimensional gel electrophoresis, and matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS), which give comprehensive information about the microorganisms that may be helpful within the diagnosis and coverings of infections. Microorganism identification by mass spectrometry is predicted on identifying a characteristic spectrum of every species so matched with an outsized database within the instrument. MALDI-TOF MS is one of the diagnostic methods, which is a straightforward, quick, and precise technique, and is employed in microbial diagnostic laboratories these days and may replace other diagnostic methods. This method identifies various microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses, which supply comprehensive information. One of the MALDI-TOF MS's crucial applications is bacteriology, which helps identify bacterial species, identify toxins, and study bacterial antibiotic resistance. By knowing these cases, we will act more effectively against bacterial infections.