[Comparative evaluation of the diagnostic specificity and sensitivity of various 3d generation tests for the detection of markers of hepatitis B virus in serum--II--anti-HBc IgM]

Boll Ist Sieroter Milan. 1986;65(5):332-41.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

The authors have evaluated comparatively the diagnostic reliability of four RIA or ELISA tests for the determination of the anti-HBc IgM in serum. Statistically it has been possible to point out significant differences as regards the various Kits.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • English Abstract
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
  • Evaluation Studies as Topic
  • Hepatitis B Antibodies / analysis*
  • Hepatitis B virus / immunology*
  • Humans
  • Radioimmunoassay / methods
  • Reagent Kits, Diagnostic*

Substances

  • Hepatitis B Antibodies
  • Reagent Kits, Diagnostic