Multiplex PCR in bronchoalveolar lavage for the diagnosis of viral infection in immunocompromised patients with pulmonary complications

L. Junker, D. Stolz, J. Halter, H. Hirsch, M. Tamm (Switzerland)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Unusual pathogens in respiratory infections
Session: Unusual pathogens in respiratory infections
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2922
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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