Interferon Gamma Release Assays (IGRA) in the Diagnosis of Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Background: Tuberculosis is one of the deadliest diseases over the world. Diagnosis of pulmonary TB depends on combination various parameters. IGRA measure T cell release of IFN-γ in response to M.TB antigen. WHO policy statement as on IGRA use in low and middle income countries is not established...
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Language: | English |
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Alexandria University
2014-06-01
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Series: | Journal of High Institute of Public Health |
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