Sensitivity and specificity of nucleic acid amplification tests for the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis: a meta-analysis

S. Greco, E. Girardi, R. Masciangelo, G. P. Mattioli, G. B. Capoccetta, S. Contini, M. Romeo, G. Crigna, R. Mancini, C. Saltini (Rome, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2003 - Diagnosis of tuberculosis and laboratory aspects - I
Session: Diagnosis of tuberculosis and laboratory aspects - I
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 1045
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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