EUCAST (European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing)

EUCAST (European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) is an organization that develops standardized methods and guidelines for testing bacteria's response to antibiotics. Their goal is to determine whether bacteria causing infections are susceptible (likely to be killed by), intermediate, or resistant (not effectively treated by) specific antibiotics. This helps healthcare providers choose the most effective treatment, ensuring proper patient care and helping combat antibiotic resistance. EUCAST's work is essential for maintaining accurate testing procedures across Europe and improving clinical decision-making for infections.