New synthetic lipid antigens for rapid serological diagnosis of tuberculosis.

Alison JonesMark PittsJuma'a R Al DulayymiJames GibbonsAndrew RamsayDelia GolettiChristopher D GweninMark S Baird

Published in: PloS one (2017)

We have identified promising antigen candidates for serological assays that could be used to diagnose PTB and which could be the basis of a much-needed, simple, rapid diagnostic test that would bring care closer to communities.

Keyphrases

loop mediated isothermal amplification
healthcare
palliative care
mycobacterium tuberculosis
quality improvement
high throughput
hiv aids
emergency department
pulmonary tuberculosis
fatty acid
single cell
chronic pain
sensitive detection
hiv infected
quantum dots
antiretroviral therapy