The value of cellular interferon – gamma assays for TB diagnosis in immunocompetent and immunocompromised patients

O. A. Caliman-Sturdza, N. C. Bilha (Suceava, Romania)

Source: Annual Congress 2007 - Gamma-interferon-based tests to diagnose tuberculosis infection and disease
Session: Gamma-interferon-based tests to diagnose tuberculosis infection and disease
Session type: Electronic Poster Discussion
Number: 249
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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