Evaluation of TB antibodies using ELISA and M. tuberculosis DNA using PCR in children and adolescents from high-prevalence regions

O. V. Kasimtseva (Moscow, Russian Federation)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - New tests and methods to diagnose tuberculosis infection and disease and to monitor treatment
Session: New tests and methods to diagnose tuberculosis infection and disease and to monitor treatment
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 2856
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases, Respiratory infections

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