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Impact of repeat testing in tuberculosis patients with a trace call on Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra: a retrospective cohort study

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Abstract

Background: This study aimed to see if rifampicin susceptibility can be determined on repeat sampling in pulmonary tuberculosis with a trace call on the first GeneXpert Ultra report. Methods: This retrospective cohort study included adults with a GeneXpert Ultra trace call in the first respiratory sample from January 2021 to June 2024. Results: Of the 27 patients with repeat sampling done after the initial trace call, rifampicin susceptibility could be determined in 37% (n=10) of patients. Conclusions: Repeating GeneXpert Ultra testing in patients with an initial trace call is valuable for determining rifampicin susceptibility.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)626-628
Number of pages3
JournalTransactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Volume119
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 01-06-2025

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Parasitology
  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
  • Infectious Diseases

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