Clsi Document M45 Pdf ((exclusive))

Introduction

The primary goal of CLSI M45 is to provide essential guidance for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) when resistance is a concern and the organism's susceptibility cannot be predicted by its identity alone.

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• Update AST panels to include ESBL screening antibiotics.
• Adopt reflex testing algorithm and define triggers for molecular tests.
• Ensure QC strains and procedures are in place.
• Train staff on interpretive comments and selective reporting practices.
• Coordinate with clinicians/stewardship for reporting format and therapeutic guidance.
• Review and update protocols when CLSI breakpoints or M45 revisions are released.