ISO 20776-1:2006
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ISO 20776-1:2006
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Status : Withdrawn

This standard has been revised by ISO 20776-1:2019

Abstract

ISO 20776-1:2006 describes one reference method, broth microdilution, for determination of MICs. The MIC reflects the activity of the drug under the described test conditions, and can be interpreted for clinical management purposes by taking into account other factors, such as drug pharmacology or bacterial resistance mechanisms. This allows categorization of bacteria as susceptible (S), intermediate (I), or resistant (R). In addition, MIC distributions can be used to define wild type or non-wild type bacterial populations. Although clinical interpretation of the MIC value is beyond the scope of ISO 20776-1:2006, modifications of the basic method are required for certain antimicrobial agent - bacteria combinations to facilitate clinical interpretation. These modifications are included in a separate table. It is advisable to compare other susceptibility testing methods (e.g. routine methods or diagnostic test devices) with this reference method for validation, in order to ensure comparable and reliable results.

General information

  •  : Withdrawn
     : 2006-11
     : 2007-02
    : Withdrawal of International Standard [95.99]
  •  : 1
     : 19
  • ISO/TC 212
    11.100.20 
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