Rapid diagnostic tests used in first-step health services?
Journal Title: Medical Science and Discovery - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
The diagnosis of a serious illness can easily be done with a simple rapid diagnostic tests in primary health care centers. Application is easy and cost-effective rapid diagnostic tests may be helpful in diagnosis in this centers.
Authors and Affiliations
Huseyin Guducuoglu
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