Objective : To compare an optical immunoassay (OIA) rapid diagnostic kit to standard culture for the diagnosis of vaginal colonization with group B streptococcus (GBS) and to assess the accuracy and reproducibility of the OIA results. Method : A total of 301 patients in labor were prospectively ...
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Although blood cultures remain the most specific indicator of (GBS) , a potentially life-threatening in neonates, test results may not be available for 24 to 48 hours. Detection of GBS antigen in the urine by latex particle () may speed diagnosis. This study analyzed the sensitivity of the ...
Objective : To compare an optical immunoassay (OIA) rapid diagnostic kit to standard culture for the diagnosis of vaginal colonization with group B streptococcus (GBS) and to assess the accuracy an...doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/jmf.10.3.203.208R. Samadi...
Both commercial kits are superior in the context of diagnostic performances and are recommended by the WHO [12] for the diagnosis, prevention, and management of cryptococcosis in HIV patients. However, these kits are too costly for routine use in resource-limited countries. The aim of this ...