Microbiology



Molecular Test Diagnoses Trichomonas vaginalis in Asymptomatic and Symptomatic Females
An amplified DNA assay for the direct qualitative detection of Trichomonas vaginalis DNA in endocervical and vaginal samples, as well as urine specimens, aids in the diagnosis of trichomoniasis. More...12 Sep 2013



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