An economic model for a novel viral influenza diagnostic.

Category Primary study
JournalManaged care interface
Year 1998
The authors present a model that tests the economic value of a new diagnostic test that can identify type A and B influenza. Compared with traditional treatment without trying to objectively differentiate viral from bacterial infection, substantial cost savings may be achieved if diagnostic testing is appropriately utilized in a comprehensive influenza management program.
Epistemonikos ID: d75ece079718f3c5a272e7142f538eebbf4ba68a
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