Diagnosis of Tubercular Lymphadenopathy by Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology, Acid-Fast Staining and Mantoux Test

Introduction: This study was undertaken to evaluate the role of Ziehl-Neelsen stain (for acid-fast bacilli), and Mantoux test in diagnosing tubercular lymphadenopathy on FNAC. Methods: FNAC was performed on patient with superfi cial lymphadenopathy. Ziehl-Neelsen stain for acid fast bacilli was don...

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Main Authors: Mamta Lakhey, C P Bhatta, S Mishra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nepal Medical Association 2009-07-01
Series:Journal of Nepal Medical Association
Online Access:http://jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/188