MCR-1

MCR-1

Beta-lactam antibiotics are the most commonly used antibiotics worldwide for the treatment of bacterial infections. Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) producing organisms hydrolyze cephalosporins, penicillins, and aztreonam, rendering them ineffective for the treatment of infected patients. This makes accurate and timely detection of ESBL and Carbapenemase Producing Organisms (CPO) important as it will have a significant impact on patient management.

ESBL Targets