Variation in Assays that Identify Early HIV Antibody Seroconversion
A study evaluated 5 commercially available assays that are approved for HIV seropositivity confirmation and could be readily performed in clinical laboratories.
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Validated Statistical Model Created to Predict the Risk of a Positive COVID-19 Test
A team of investigators from the Cleveland Clinic developed a prospective registry of all patients tested for COVID-19 in their health system that was used to validate a model to predict the risk of an individual having a positive COVID-19 test result.
CDC: HIV Testing Occurs at <1% of Physician Visits
HIV testing occurs at less than 1 percent of physician office and emergency department visits and at less than 3 percent of community health center (CHC) visits.
Comparison of Commercial ELISA and Rapid Tests for Diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2
A team of investigators compared the sensitivity and specificity of 4 enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays and 2 rapid tests in patients with symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Initial Presentation Not Associated With Pathogen in Infectious Encephalitis
A team of French investigators sought to identify factors that could be considered predictive of the etiology of infectious encephalitis.
Specificities and Sensitivities of OSA Screening Tools for People With HIV
In terms of screening for obstructive sleep apnea in people living with HIV, the STOP-BANG questionnaire had good sensitivity, whereas the Berlin questionnaire and the Epworth Sleepiness Scale demonstrated good specificity.
Evaluation of Pooled Sample COVID-19 RT-qPCR Tests
A new pooling method for SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic testing that uses standard protocols, reagents and equipment can be applied immediately in current clinical testing laboratories.
STI Testing and Prevention Services Trends Among Men
Men who have sex with men are more likely to receive the recommended sexually transmitted infection testing and prevention services at Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program-funded facilities.
Elevated Level of C Reactive Protein May Predict Risk for Worsening COVID-19
Higher levels of C reactive protein (CRP) may be a predictive marker in determining which patients with mild coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) will progress to a severe case.
Brucella-Associated Endocarditis in People who Inject Drugs
Two cases of endocarditis as a result of Brucella have been reported in people who inject drugs without zoonotic exposure.
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