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A modification is described of the capillary assay for chemotaxis. It employs a 96-well dilution plate and its cover. Capillary tubes are inserted through the cover and are supported by small rubber collars. The method is faster and less tedious and gives more precise results than earlier methods.
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Han, G., Cooney, J.J. A modified capillary assay for chemotaxis. Journal of Industrial Microbiology 12, 396–398 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01569670
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