Publications by authors named "Hye-Jun Oh"
In this study, the phenolic components, as well as the antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, of the ripe and unripe fruit of pawpaw (Asimina triloba [L.] Dunal) extracted using five different solvents (distilled water, 95% methanol, 80% methanol, 95% ethanol, and 80% ethanol) were analyzed. The total phenolic content and total flavonoid content were the highest in the 95% ethanol (149.
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- Enzyme immunoassays (EIAs) for detecting toxins A and B of Clostridium difficile are evaluated to improve diagnosis of associated diseases.
- A study analyzed 228 stool samples using two different EIAs (ELFA and ELISA) and confirmed findings through cultures and PCR testing on a subset of samples.
- Results showed similar effectiveness between the two EIAs, with ELISA showing slightly better sensitivity and ELFA slightly better specificity; further testing like cultures and PCR is advised if both EIAs return negative.
[Comparison of Two Enzyme Immunoassays for Clostridium difficile Toxin A.].
Korean J Lab Med
December 2006
Background: Clostridium difficile is one of the most important pathogens responsible for nosocomial diarrhea. The disease is mediated by two toxins, designated as A and B; therefore, identification of the toxins is important for diagnosis. However, culture or cytotoxin assay are not easily done because of tedious procedures.
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