Pseudocholinesterase in separation of pleural exudates from transudates

F. Ozer, F. Kanat, A. Kalem, O. Imecik (Konya, Turkey)

Source: Annual Congress 2001 - Pleural diseases
Session: Pleural diseases
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 2140

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F. Ozer, F. Kanat, A. Kalem, O. Imecik (Konya, Turkey). Pseudocholinesterase in separation of pleural exudates from transudates. Eur Respir J 2001; 16: Suppl. 31, 2140

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