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Editorial

Considerations in centralizing whole genome sequencing for microbiology in a public health setting

Cath ArnoldHead of Genomic Services and Development Unit, National Infection Service, Public Health England, London, UKCorrespondence[email protected]
Pages 619-621 | Received 28 Jan 2016, Accepted 07 Mar 2016, Published online: 25 Mar 2016

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