Pleural adenosine deaminase estimation: A Potential marker to distinguish between tubercular and non-tubercular effusion
Background: Tuberculosis is a common cause of pleural effusion in countries like India where it is highly endemic. The biochemical markers are more sensitive and reliable in the diagnosis of pleural tuberculosis. Objectives: The present study was aimed to evaluate the diagnostic potential of pleural...
Main Authors: | Anil C. Byakod, M.S. Biradar |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Al Ameen Medical College
2018-10-01
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Series: | Al Ameen Journal of Medical Sciences |
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Online Access: | http://ajms.alameenmedical.org/ArticlePDFs/6%20AJMS%20V11.N4.2018%20p%20218-223.pdf |
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