Once zone measurements have been made, the millimeter reading for each antimicrobial agent is

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The millimeter measurements are used to interpret the susceptibility of the bacterial isolate to the antimicrobial agent. The result is typically reported as susceptible, intermediate, or resistant based on established breakpoints. This information is then used by the physician to determine appropriate antibiotic therapy for their patient. Conversion to MIC units may also be necessary for further analysis, but it is not the primary interpretation of the zone measurements.

Once Zone Measurements Have Been Made, the Millimeter Reading for Each