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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nepal Medical Association
2009-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Nepal Medical Association |
Online Access: | http://jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/188 |