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Nicholas Montgomeryalmost 4 years ago

What is the role of serology in the diagnosis of rabies?

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Serology for Diagnosis of Rabies • Rapid Fluorescent Focus Inhibition Test (RFFIT) ; - Results are positive after first week of illness - Positive results in 50% of the cases • PCR - 100% specificity in brain biopsy specimen - 67% sensitivity in hair follicles specimen - 25% sensitivity in corneal touch impressions - Uses saliva, urine, CSF, and hair follicles

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