ABSTRACT

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 836 Methods to Assess Biolm Formation ........................................................................................... 837

Microtiter Plate Biolm Assay .................................................................................................. 837 Procedure .............................................................................................................................. 837

In Vitro Cell Culture Method for Assessing Biolm Formation ............................................... 838 Procedure .............................................................................................................................. 838

Static Method for Assessment of Staphylococcus Biolms ...................................................... 838 Tube Method Procedure ....................................................................................................... 839

Flow Cell Method...................................................................................................................... 839 Procedure .............................................................................................................................. 839

Modied Robbins Device..........................................................................................................840 Procedure ..............................................................................................................................840