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Review
. 2001 Apr;14(2):364-81.
doi: 10.1128/CMR.14.2.364-381.2001.

Bioterrorism: implications for the clinical microbiologist

W F Klietmann  1 , K L Ruoff
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Review

Bioterrorism: implications for the clinical microbiologist

W F Klietmann et al. Clin Microbiol Rev. 2001 Apr.

Abstract

The specter of bioterrorism has captured the attention of government and military officials, scientists, and the general public. Compared to other sectors of the population, clinical microbiologists are more directly impacted by concerns about bioterrorism. This review focuses on the role envisioned for clinical laboratories in response to a bioterrorist event. The microbiology and clinical aspects of the biological agents thought to be the most likely tools of bioterrorists are presented. The historical background of the problem of bioterrorism and an overview of current U.S. preparedness planning, with an emphasis on the roles of health care professionals, are also included.

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Chains of B. anthracis with spores. Agar culture. Dry coverslip preparation. Stained with fuchsin. Magnification, ×1,000. Reproduced from reference with permission of the publisher.
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