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The potential of schistosomal skin test as a diagnostic method in the detection of schistosomiasis.

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1989-07
Author
Estambale, Benson B.
Pamba, HO,
Chitayi, PM.
Munanga, PN.
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One hundred and sixty seven volunteer medical students were exposed to intradermal skin tests for schistosomiasis. 35(21%) were positive. On further screening using routine stool and urine examinations, only 11(6.6%) were found to have eggs of Schistosoma mansoni. We conclude that although a useful procedure, schistosomal skin test should not be used alone for the diagnosis of schistosoma infections but should be complimented with the routine stool and urine examinations.

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NCBI
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2514077
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1989 Jul;66(7):485-8.;
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