Abstract
This study demonstrates the excellent diagnostic accuracy of the Xpert MTB/RIF test in patients with tuberculous lymphadenitis. The test sensitivity and specificity were 96.7% (95% confidence interval [CI], 86.6 to 100%) and 88.9% (95% CI, 69.6 to 100%), respectively, and it correctly identified 6/6 (100%) of the cytology smear-negative/culture-positive cases and 1 of 2 (50%) rifampin-resistant cases.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3967-3970 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Clinical Microbiology |
Volume | 49 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |