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Multiple stool examinations for ova and parasites and rate of false- negative results

Journal of Clinical Microbiology
DOI: 10.1128/jcm.31.11.3044-3045.1993
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A mathematical model that shows the relationship between the number of stool examinations for ova and parasites and the rate of false-negative results is described. An analysis of 1,869 patients with three stool examinations revealed various sensitivities for different parasites.

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Marti, H., & Koella, J. C. (1993). Multiple stool examinations for ova and parasites and rate of false- negative results. Journal of Clinical Microbiology. https://doi.org/10.1128/jcm.31.11.3044-3045.1993

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