Is real time PCR preferable to the direct immunofluorescence in the diagnosis of Pneumocystis jirove...
Is real time PCR preferable to the direct immunofluorescence in the diagnosis of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in HIV-infected patients?
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England: BioMed Central Ltd
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In this study, we compared IFA and real-time PCR in bronchoalveolar lavage specimens of HIV infected patients. A total of 66 BALs from 62 HIV patients were included in the study. 30 IFA positive and 36 IFA negative specimens were tested with real-time PCR, targeting the major surface glycoprotein. We performed a retrospective analysis of the patien...
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Is real time PCR preferable to the direct immunofluorescence in the diagnosis of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in HIV-infected patients?
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TN_cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_6e1156aab7da4a30acbb36917b48ed26
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1756-0500
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1756-0500
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10.1186/s13104-020-05075-5
