Table 3 Comparison between real-time PCR and LD RPA assays in detecting LD in 96 samples
Subjects | Sample type | Sensitivity (n/N) | Specificity (n/N) |
|---|---|---|---|
Cases (N = 48) | |||
VL | Buffy coat | 100 % (23/23) | NA |
Asymptomatic | 100 % (5/5) | ||
PKDL | Skin biopsy | 100 % (20/20) | |
Controls (N = 48) | |||
Endemic healthy control | Buffy coat | NA | 100 % (35/35) |
Non-endemic healthy control | 100 % (5/5) | ||
Disease control | 100 % (8/8) | ||