The ability to determine the genotype of Mycobacterium tuberculosis is changing our understanding of the dynamics of tuberculosis transmission. This review summarizes the methods of genotyping and explains how they can assist clinical management. These techniques can be used to evaluate tuberculosis-control programs and provide clues to the pathogenesis of tuberculosis infection.
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