Bioengineer.org news story
Diagnosing pulmonary TB in young children has long been hampered by low bacterial loads and the inability to produce sputum samples. A South African study demonstrated that a rapid molecular test (Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra) — performed on induced sputum samples — provides accurate diagnosis in high-risk pediatric populations, including infants and children with HIV or severe malnutrition.
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Source : Bioengineer.org
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