MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry can be used for detection of pathogenic microorganisms in soil

Siricord, C. and O'Brien, P.A. (2008) MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry can be used for detection of pathogenic microorganisms in soil. Australasian Plant Pathology, 37 (6). p. 543.

Abstract

MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry is a useful technique for the identification of microorganisms. Here we investigate whether it can be used for the identification of organisms in soil. The results show that MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry can be used for analysis of DNA from soil. Reproducible results were obtained with DNA extracted from soil containing a range of mycelial concentrations.