Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry for the Identification of Clinically Relevant Bacteria

Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) allows rapid and reliable identification of microorganisms, particularly clinically important pathogens. species between MALDI-TOF MS and traditional method was high (Crohn's kappa values: 0.9 to 0.93).MALDI-TOF MS represents a rapid, reliable and cost-effective identification technique for clinically relevant bacteria