Update: T-cell interferon-gamma release assays for the diagnosis of MTB infection

L. Richeldi (Modena, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - PG20 - Advances in the diagnosis of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection: an interactive, case-based course
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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