2006
DOI: 10.4046/trd.2006.61.1.54
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Usefulness of Automated PCR Test for the Detection of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in Fresh Biopsy Tissues

Abstract: Background: Although there have been several studies regarding the clinical value of an automated TB-PCR study using sputum, bronchial washing, and other body fluid samples for the detection of pulmonary tuberculosis, there are only a few reports on the use of fresh tissue samples. Materials and methods:The acid-fast bacilli stain(AFB), tuberculosis culture, automated TB-PCR study, and histopathology examination were performed in 42 fresh tissue samples. Results: Among the 42 cases, 18 cases were diagnosed wit… Show more

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