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Quantitative real time PCR for distinction between Pneumocystis jirovecii infection/colonization in hospitalized patients
24 Sept 2024
Abstract excerpt
Background Identification of the opportunistic fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii in respiratory specimens presents challenges, particularly in differentiating between colonization and active infection. The present study assessed a probe-based real time PCR (qPCR) diagnostic effectiveness in patients with diverse underlying conditions, particularly those with COVID-19 and pulmonary insufficiency. Methods To set up the...
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