Comparative analysis of cerebrospinal fluid adenosine deaminase activity in meningitis
AIM: The purpose is to determine the cut-off value of adenosine deaminase (ADA) activity in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of patients with tuberculous and non-tuberculous meningitis, and to assess its value in differential diagnosis. MATERIAL AND METHODS:This study was conducted in91 pa...
Main Authors: | H Karsen, C Calisir, ST Koruk, MK Karahocagil, FC Baran |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SMW supporting association (Trägerverein Swiss Medical Weekly SMW)
2011-06-01
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Series: | Swiss Medical Weekly |
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Online Access: | https://www.smw.ch/index.php/smw/article/view/1309 |
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