Comparison of GeneXpert MTB/RIF assay in broncho alveolar lavage and gastric lavage samples

Ravi Mahat (Kathmandu, Nepal), Ravi Mahat, Madiha Tawfik, Ashok Kumar, Nadeem Rizvi

Source: International Congress 2015 – WHO guidelines in TB and clinical practice
Session: WHO guidelines in TB and clinical practice
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 1528
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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