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Comparison of two ESBL detection methods (n= 214).
| Test | No. of positive isolates | (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Double disc synergy test* | 145 | 67.8 |
| CLSI confirmatory test* (combined disc) | 213 | 99.5 |
* The accuracy of the DDST test is significantly lower than that of CLSI test (p<0.0001, McNewmar’s test).
