Is group B strep susceptible to bacitracin? An exploration of bacterial identification and resistance
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Group B Streptococcus (GBS), or *Streptococcus agalactiae*, is a leading cause of neonatal sepsis and meningitis. When it comes to lab identification, a common point of confusion arises: **Is group B strep susceptible to bacitracin?** The answer is that GBS is typically resistant, a characteristic that is vital for differentiating it from other bacteria in laboratory settings.
