Analysis of Discordance between Genotypic and Phenotypic Assays for Rifampicin-Resistant <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> Isolated from Healthcare Facilities in Mthatha
The study sought to determine the rate of discordant results between genotypic and phenotypic tests for the diagnosis of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB). Sputum samples and cultured isolates from suspected DR-TB patients were, respectively, analyzed for <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i&...
Main Authors: | Carine Bokop, Lindiwe M. Faye, Teke Apalata |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-07-01
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Series: | Pathogens |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/12/7/909 |
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