Current Updates on Mycobacterial Taxonomy, 2018 to 2019

J Clin Microbiol. 2021 Jun 18;59(7):e0152820. doi: 10.1128/JCM.01528-20. Epub 2021 Jun 18.

Abstract

This minireview provides an updated overview of taxonomic changes for the genus Mycobacterium, with a focus on new species identified from humans or those associated with human disease for the period of 2018 to 2019.

Keywords: mycobacteria; taxonomy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mycobacterium Infections* / diagnosis
  • Mycobacterium* / genetics