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Validation of a duplex qPCR for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis DNA in ocular samples and comparison with a direct immunofluorescence method using samples from endemic and non-endemic areas in Brazil

2019-07-10

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<title>Abstract</title> <p>Trachoma, caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis, is the world leading infectious cause of blindness. The disease is associated with poor living conditions, especially in developing countries. In these countries, diagnosis is usually based on clinical evaluation, although laboratory confirmation is necessary. Serological-based tests for trachoma laboratory confirmation are cheaper...

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a41c5fbc-d5e1-5104-b073-7cf5558bac1d
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10.21203/rs.2.11147/v1
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