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  • Title: [Rapid influenza diagnostic tests for detection of novel influenza A (H1N1) virus in children].
    Author: Blázquez D, Díaz J, Cruz J, Folgueira D, Acosta J, Marín M.
    Journal: Enferm Infecc Microbiol Clin; 2010 Dec; 28(10):698-700. PubMed ID: 20579777.
    Abstract:
    INTRODUCTION: Accuracy of rapid BD Directigen(®) EZ Flu A+B diagnostic test against Influenza A (H1N1) Virus in children. METHODS: A descriptive retrospective study was performed. One hundred and forty children underwent the rapid influenza test and the RT-PCR against Influenza A (H1N1) Virus. RESULTS: The sensitivity was 70.4% (95% CI: 58.9-79.7), specificity 100 % (95% CI: 94.7-100), NPV 76.6% (95% CI: 66.9-84,2) and PPV 100% (95% CI: 92.8-100). CONCLUSION: This test showed high sensitivity and specificity, very similar to the seasonal influenza, in children.
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