Combined PCR and MAT improves the early diagnosis of the biphasic illness leptospirosis
The diagnosis of leptospirosis remains a challenge due to its non-specific symptoms and the biphasic nature of the illness. A comprehensive diagnosis that includes both molecular (polymerase chain reaction (PCR)) and serology is vital for early detection of leptospirosis and to avoid misdiagnosis. H...
Published in: | PLoS ONE |
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Main Author: | Philip N.; Affendy N.B.; Masri S.N.; Muhamad Y.Y.; Than L.T.L.; Sekawi Z.; Neela V.K. |
Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science
2020
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Online Access: | https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85090830607&doi=10.1371%2fjournal.pone.0239069&partnerID=40&md5=13752c6aa59b70de3d721986822692be |
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