TABLE 2.
Comparison of diagnostic values of different Candida antibody ELISAs
| Authors (reference) | Antigen(s) | Sensitivity (%) | Specificity (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield et al. (9) | 54-kDa cytoplasmic antigen | 25 | 97.8 |
| Zöller et al. (19) | 29- to 47-kDa cytoplasmic antigens | 81.5 | 96.4 |
| Van Deventer et al. (18) | 47-kDa enolase antigen | 53a | 78a |
| 50b | 86b | ||
| Berdin et al. (1) | 48-kDa enolase antigen | 73 | 95.5 |
| Ag 3D9 mannoprotein | 78 | 82 | |
| This study | 52-kDa metallopeptidase | 83 | 97.15 |
a
Value for immunocompromised patients.
b
Value for immunocompetent patients.