Is GeneXpert MTB/RIF assay reliable for the diagnosis of pleural tuberculosis?

Introduction: Tuberculosis is the most common cause of infectious diseases related mortality globally. Tuberculous pleural effusion is a common presentation of extra pulmonary tuberculosis and a diagnostic challenge most of the time. The rapid diagnosis of tuberculous pleural effusion is essential...

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Main Authors: Muhammad Mudassir Shafiq, Muhammad Nadeem, Gul Afshan Zaidi, Naveed Arshad, Muzammil Khan, Zainab Niazi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Rawalpindi Medical University 2022-06-01
Series:Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College
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Online Access:https://www.journalrmc.com/index.php/JRMC/article/view/1770