作者: Hildenete Monteiro Fortes , Francisco José Dutra Souto , Kikumi Suzete Ozaki , Cor Jesus Fernandes Fontes , Cor Jesus Fernandes Fontes
DOI: 10.1590/S0037-86821999000500016
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摘要: In order to evaluate the reduction in cost of testing for antibodies against hepatitis C (EIA) by pool method, we tested serum samples from a rural population and patients hemodialysis program. Two thirds high risk groups were positive. Pooling reduced reagent use 80% 13% patients. We conclude that reduces anti-HCV detection low-risk groups.