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Detection rates of infectious agents by combining TEM with serological test.
| Methods | Viruses | Mycoplasma | Chlamydia |
|---|---|---|---|
| IgM assay | 16/106 | 6/106 | 2/106 |
| TEM | 24/106a | 16/106a | 18/106a |
| IgM assay + TEM | 30/106a | 18/106a | 18/106a |
Abbreviations: IgM, immunoglobulin M; TEM, transmission electron microscopy
P < 0.05vs. culture (or IgM).
