Comparison between the antigen-specific interferon-gamma assay and the tuberculin skin testing for the detection of tuberculosis infection among BCG vaccinated schoolers at risk for tuberculosis exposure

O. C. Arghir, M. Ghelberg, G. Voicu (Constantza, Romania)

Source: Annual Congress 2007 - Gamma-interferon-based tests to diagnose tuberculosis infection and disease

Session: Gamma-interferon-based tests to diagnose tuberculosis infection and disease
Session type: Electronic Poster Discussion
Number: 251

Disease area: Respiratory infections

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