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The Role of Epstein-Barr Virus DNA Load and Serology as Screening Tools for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - 1 Aug 2016
Tay Joshua K, Chan Soh Ha, Lim Chwee Ming, Siow Chor Hiang, Goh Han Lee, Loh Kwok Seng
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Screening for nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) among family members has been advocated in endemic populations in view of significantly increased risks. We aimed to compare the role of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA load and EBV IgA serology as tools for screening patients with a first-degree family history of NPC. STUDY DESIGN: Case-control study. SETTING: Tertiary referral center. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:...
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