Comparison of the diagnostic utility of ADA and CA125 in tuberculous effusion
Conclusion CA-125 levels in pleural fluid may be used for differentiation between TB, pneumonic, and malignancy-induced effusions. Also CA125 may be added to the diagnostic workup of pleural fluid for accurate diagnosis of TB effusion.
Source: Egyptian Journal of Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research
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