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Rapid Diagnostic Test for Visceral Leishmaniasis (Kala-azar): Introduction, Principle, Procedure, Result-Interpretation, Clinical Significance and Keynnotes

Introduction The Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) for Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL), often known as the rK39 test or Kalazar Detect™, is…

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HLA -B27 Test: Introduction, Principle, Procedure, Result-Interpretation, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction HLA-B27 (Human Leukocyte Antigen B27) is a specific genetic variant of the HLA-B gene located on chromosome 6. While…

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IGRA (Interferon-Gamma Release Assay) Test-Introduction, Principle, Test Requirement, Procedure, Result-Interpretation, and Keynotes

Introduction An Interferon-Gamma Release Assay (IGRA) is a modern blood test used to identify if a person is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It…

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Immunochromatography: Introduction, Principle, Procedure, Result-Interpretation, Uses and Keynotes

Introduction Immunochromatography, also known as lateral flow immunoassay or rapid test, is a widely used diagnostic technique that allows for…

3 years ago