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How to get optimal specimens?

Author: H K


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Sputum induction (least invasive, inhalation of hypertonic saline) Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) (Dx: 90-100% in HIV, sampling of most heavilty invovled lobe) Tissue biopsy (transthoracic (30% risk of pneumothorax), thoracotomy (sensitivity 95-100%)


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