[Leish-l] DAT and rK39 strip

[Nuha Nuwayri-Salti]

I can demonstrate the parasite doing a Leishmania window. Beside the suspected cases, I have proven at least 20 carriers without any symptoms (patients relations) using this undeniably ideal test . unfortunately its importance has escaped the editors of the NEJM and another Journal ( Immunology Journal) so it is not yet published. Its importance has escaped the reviewers so far.
Best wishes
Nuha Nuwayri-Salti MD
Alpha Omega Alpha honor society

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Subject: [Leish-l] DAT and rK39 strip

Is any one has an idea about the accuracy (sensitivity & specificity) of DAT and rK39 strip test for diagnosis of visceral leishmaniasis?
which one is more liable?

Elfadil Abass
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Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hospital Hygiene
Philipps University Marburg
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