Repeat testing of ELISpot-positive TB contacts at 32 to 36 months post-exposure

C. Chee, K. W. KhinMar, S. H. Gan, T. Barkham, Y. T. Wang (Singapore, Singapore)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Immune responses for the diagnosis of tuberculosis
Session: Immune responses for the diagnosis of tuberculosis
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 271
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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