Xpert MTB/RIF may be used as a replacement test for usual practice (including conventional
microscopy, culture or histopathology) for testing specific non-respiratory specimens (lymph
nodes and other tissues) from patients suspected of having extrapulmonary TB.
Guideline Citation
Consolidated guidelines on the use of antiretroviral drugs for treating and preventing HIV infection
Recommendations for a public health approach - Second edition. Geneva: World Health Organization; 2016.
Recommendations for a public health approach - Second edition. Geneva: World Health Organization; 2016.
Grade Certainty of evidence
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Grade Certainty of evidence label
Recommendation Direction