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Diagnostic accuracy, operational feasibility, and cost considerations of Truenat MTB Plus and Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra for pulmonary tuberculosis

2026-01-23 infectious diseases Title + abstract only
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BackgroundTuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge, necessitating rapid and accurate diagnostic tools. The World Health Organization (WHO) endorses nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) like Truenat MTB Plus and Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra. While both are widely implemented, direct comparisons integrating diagnostic accuracy with operational and cost considerations across real-world settings are limited. This study aimed to compare the diagnostic accuracy of Truenat MTB Plus and Xper...

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