Determining the analytical specificity of PCR-based assays for the diagnosis of IA: What isAspergillus?

doi:10.1093/mmy/myw093

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Determining the analytical specificity of PCR-based assays for the diagnosis of IA: What isAspergillus?

29 Sept 2016

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A wide array of PCR tests has been developed to aid the diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis (IA), providing technical diversity but limiting standardisation and acceptance. Methodological recommendations for testing blood samples using PCR exist, based on achieving optimal assay sensitivity to help exclude IA. Conversely, when testing more invasive samples (BAL, biopsy, CSF) emphasis is placed on confirming...

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