Sensitivity and specificity of Genotype MTBDRplus line probe assay in rapid diagnosis of tuberculous pleural effusion

I. Muhammad (Karachi, Pakistan)

Source: International Congress 2017 – TB: diagnosis, severity and practical management
Session: TB: diagnosis, severity and practical management
Session type: Thematic Poster
Number: 2699
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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