Adenosine deaminase determination as diagnostic test for tuberculous pleurisy: a meta-analysis

S. Greco, E. Girardi, R. Masciangelo, G. B. Capoccetta, T. Sonaglia, R. Gigli, C. Saltini (Rome, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Different methods for the diagnosis of pulmonary and pleural tuberculosis
Session: Different methods for the diagnosis of pulmonary and pleural tuberculosis
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 1380
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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