Diagnostic accuracy of Xpert MTB/RIF and Xpert ultra tests in pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis compared to Löwenstein-Jensen culture

• Main Authors: Miguel Hueda-Zavaleta (Author), Juan Gomez- (Author), Claudia Barletta-Carrillo (Author), Cinthya Flores-Flores (Author), Nilver Piscoche-Botello (Author), Cecilia Miranda-Visalot (Author), Ada Mendoza-Farro (Author), Sujey Gomez-Colque (Author), Álvaro Taype-Rondán (Author), Cesar Copaja-Corzo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. However, an accurate diagnosis contributes to timely treatment, reducing its adverse consequences. The aim of this research was to determine the diagnostic accuracy of the molecular test Xpert MTB/RIF and Xpert MTB/RIF Ul...