New Insights into Mycoplasma pneumoniae and its Detection

This program will provide: Information on Mycoplasma pneumoniae – its prevalence and the importance of testing A review of diagnostic methodologies with insights into the clinical and laboratory benefits of each diagnostic option currently available – benefits of molecular testing. Featured Speaker Ken B. Waites, M.D., F(AAM) Professor of Pathology, Director, Diagnostic Mycoplasma Laboratory, University of Alabama at Birmingham.

The Diagnostic Challenges of Mycoplasma pneumoniae

This program will provide information on the importance of testing for Mycoplasma pneumoniae and the diagnostic methodologies available. Presented by Vicki Chalker, PhD, Head, Respiratory and Vaccine Preventable Bacteria Reference Unit, National Infection Service, Public Health England Founder and Secretary of ESCMID Study Group for Mycoplasma Infections