The use of automated image analysis for rapid measurement of the in vitro attachment of Candida albicans to transparent acrylic |
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| Authors: | Ann P Shakespeare Joanna Verran |
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| Institution: | Department of Biological Sciences, Manchester Polytechnic, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, UK |
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| Abstract: | A rapid method for measuring the in vitro attachment of Candida albicans to the surface of transparent acrylic is described. The method involves use of the 'Magiscan' automated image analysis system which measures attachment in terms of percentage area coverage. These measurements correlate highly significantly ( P < 0·001) with the number of adherent yeast cells. |
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