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Head-to-head comparison of accuracy of a rapid point-of-care HIV test with oral versus whole-blood specimens: a systematic review and meta-analysis
The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 04/26/2012
Pai NP et al. – Although Oraquick had a high PPV in high–prevelence settings in oral specimens, the slightly lower sensitivity and PPV in low–prevalence settings in oral specimens should be carefully reviewed when planning worldwide expanded initiatives with this popular test.
