Comparison of four polymerase chain reaction assays for the detection of Brucella spp. in clinical samples from dogs

Aim: This study aimed to compare the sensitivity (S), specificity (Sp), and positive likelihood ratios (LR+) of four polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays for the detection of Brucella spp. in dog's clinical samples. Materials and Methods: A total of 595 samples of whole blood, urine, and g...

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Main Authors: Eduardo J. Boeri, Maria M. Wanke, Maria J. Madariaga, Maria L. Teijeiro, Sebastian A. Elena, Marcos D. Trangoni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Veterinary World 2018-02-01
Series:Veterinary World
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Online Access:http://www.veterinaryworld.org/Vol.11/February-2018/18.pdf