GeneXpert—A Game-Changer for Tuberculosis Control?

From:: Department for International Development
Published: 1 January 2011

Document Type:: Journal Article
Theme:: Health
Authors:: Evans, C.A.

Abstract

This paper discusses a desktop machine called the GeneXpert MTB/RIF that in less than two hours simultaneously detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis and tests for drug resistance.

Citation

Evans, C.A. GeneXpert&#8212;A Game-Changer for Tuberculosis Control? PLoS Medicine (2011) 8 (7) e1001064. [DOI: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1001064]