Which technique is better for the identification of microorganisms: MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry or, 16S rRNA or 18S rRNA gene sequencing?

Microorganisms are currently best identified using 16S rRNA and 18S rRNA gene sequencing techniques. In recent years, however, the MALDI-TOF MS (Matrix assisted laser desorption ionization-time of...

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