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Calculation of the sensitivities of RT-PCR and virus culture for 68 patients with aseptic meningitis during a summer echovirus 30 outbreak
| Method | No. of samples positive/no. tested | % Sensitivity |
|---|---|---|
| RT-PCR of CSF | 58/68 | 85 |
| Virus culture | ||
| CSF | 16/68 | 24 |
| Throat | 16/36 | 44 |
| Stool | 33/46 | 72 |
| Throat and stool | 42/59 | 71 |
| Any site | 45/68 | 66 |
