Diagnostic utility of GeneXpert MTB/RIF assay versus conventional methods for diagnosis of pulmonary and extra-pulmonary tuberculosis
Abstract Background Tuberculosis (T.B) is one of the major infectious diseases in the developing countries. The diagnosis of extrapulmonary T.B (EPTB) remains problematic and emergence of resistant strains poses a significant threat. Improved diagnosis of tuberculosis is a global priority for proper...
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| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-05-01
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| Series: | BMC Microbiology |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12866-021-02210-5 |