The potential of schistosomal skin test as a diagnostic method in the detection of schistosomiasis.
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.
Estambale
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BB
Pamba
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Chitayi
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PM
Munanga
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PN
D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D007428:Intradermal Tests / Q000379:methods*; D012555:Schistosomiasis mansoni / Q000175:diagnosis*; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D012882:Skin Tests / Q000379:methods*