TABLE 3.
Comparison of the results of LAMP technique with microscopic examination and PCR assay for the detection of Fasciola hepatica
| Diagnostic assay | LAMP technique | Total | Kappa CO | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negative N (%) | Positive N (%) | ||||
| Microscopic examination | |||||
| Negative N (%) | 184 (94.4) | 7 (3.6) | 191 (97.9) | 0.51 | <0.001 |
| Positive N (%) | 0 (0.0) | 4 (2.1) | 4 (2.1) | ||
| Total | 184 (94.4) | 11 (5.6) | 195 (100) | ||
| PCR assay | |||||
| Negative N (%) | 183 (93.8) | 5 (2.6) | 188 (96.4) | 0.65 | <0.001 |
| Positive N (%) | 1 (0.5) | 6 (3.1) | 7 (3.6) | ||
| Total | 184 (94.4) | 11 (5.6) | 195 (100) | ||