Negative predictive value of TST and IGRA in anti-TNF treated patients},

Campainha Sergio, Gomes Teresa, Carvalho Aurora, Duarte Raquel

Source: Eur Respir J 2012; 40: 790-791
Journal Issue: September
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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