The Advantages of Molecular Diagnostics in the Surveillance of Health Care-Associated Infections

Course Author:
Nicole L. Zitterkopf, PhD, D(ABMM), MT(ASCP)
Clinical Laboratory Sciences, University of Minnesota–Rochester, University Square
Rochester, MN

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• define a health care-associated infection.
• estimate the cost savings of implementing surveillance using PCR versus bacterial culture.
• choose the appropriate surveillance technique for their particular institution.

ASCP designates these activities for a maximum of the indicated number of CMLE credits. These activities meet CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.