Sensitivity of Xpert MTB/RIF in induced sputum in smear negative pulmonary tuberculosis patients?

N. Rao (Karachi, Pakistan)

Source: International Congress 2017 – Microbiology and laboratory techniques to monitor NTM infections
Session: Microbiology and laboratory techniques to monitor NTM infections
Session type: Thematic Poster
Number: 2741
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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