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A Feasibility Study for Diagnosis of Latent Tuberculosis Infection Using an IGRA Point-of-Care Platform in South Korea.

Yun Gyoung HurJi-Young HongDong Hwan ChoiAhreum KimSo-Yeong ParkMinsuk KwonKyungjoon KangJeong Min LeeHazel M DockrellYoonsuk LeeHoodon JooSang Nae Cho
Published in: Yonsei medical journal (2019)
The diagnostic accuracy demonstrated in this study indicates that the ichroma™ IGRA-TB test could be used as a rapid diagnostic method for detecting latent TB infection. It may be particularly beneficial in resource-limited places that require cost-effective laboratory diagnostics.
Keyphrases
  • mycobacterium tuberculosis
  • pulmonary tuberculosis
  • emergency department
  • hiv aids
  • human immunodeficiency virus