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Evaluation of Quantitative Interferon-gamma Response for Risk Stratification of Active Tuberculosis Suspects
American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, 10/06/09
Metcalfe JZ et al. – Higher quantitative interferon–gamma results were associated with active tuberculosis, and added clinical value to a prediction model incorporating conventional risk factors. While this benefit may be attenuated within highly experienced centers, the predictive accuracy of quantitative interferon–gamma levels should be evaluated in other settings.
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