Diagnostic value of serum - effusion albumin gradient in distinguishing exudative and transudative effusion

E. Razi, G. H. Moosavi (Kashan, Iran)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Pleural problems
Session: Pleural problems
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2805

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E. Razi, G. H. Moosavi (Kashan, Iran). Diagnostic value of serum - effusion albumin gradient in distinguishing exudative and transudative effusion. Eur Respir J 2002; 20: Suppl. 38, 2805

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