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WebAug 16, 2016 · 32. New Approach in Diagnosis of TB Replication of M. Tuberculosis 1. Antigen Detection Tests – LAM ELISA Urinary Antigen Test (ELISA BASED TEST, detect LAM, Antigen 85 – LipoArabinoMannon) still developing Sputum Antigen Test 2. Microscopic Visualization of bacteria – LED Microscopy Bleach Microscopy 3. WebThe mean time to the detection of M. tuberculosis complex was 9.9 days with MGIT, 9.7 days with BACTEC, and 20.2 days with solid media. NTM needed, on average, 11.9, 13.0, and 22.2 days to appear by the three methods, respectively. In conclusion, MGIT proved to be a valuable alternative to the radiometric cultivation system. Publication types maria moncheva
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