Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra
Now the first-line diagnostic test for suspected pulmonary TB in South Africa. Sensitivity of 88% compared to culture, with improved detection in smear-negative and HIV-coinfected patients.
Tuberculosis Diagnosis: The Role of Molecular Testing in 2026
Molecular diagnostics have revolutionised TB diagnosis. This article reviews Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra, line probe assays, and whole genome sequencing in the South African context.
By Prof. Sipho Dlamini 6 min read 1 CPD
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