Dear Dr. ElBahaie
None of the methods to culture M. tuberculosis is rapid, as the organism
itsefl is slow growing. I would suggest you refer to an experienced
laboratory for your work, as M. tuberculosis is *highly* infectious and
the BCG vaccine does *not* prevent infections.
--
Andre P. Burnens MD
Institute for Veterinary Bacteriology, University of Berne
Laenggass-Strasse 122, CH-3012 Berne, Switzerland
Tel. +41 31 631 24 85 Fax. +41 31 631 26 34
