Optimizing recovery of Haemophilus influenzae from vaginal-rectal specimens and determining carriage rates in pregnant women.
Tina I BuiCarol E MuenksMeghan A WallaceBenjamin ReimlerCarey-Ann D BurnhamMelanie L YarbroughPublished in: European journal of clinical microbiology & infectious diseases : official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology (2024)
This study established a sensitive culture method for recovering HINF from vaginal-rectal swab specimens and demonstrated low prevalence of HINF carriage rate in pregnant women. These findings highlight the need for further research to pinpoint the source for transmission of HINF to neonates.