Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

Atakouma DY

Publications

• Research Article
  Assessment of the Early Infant Diagnosis of HIV Infection in Togo in 2014
  Author(s): Azoumah KD, Agbeko F, Segbedji Kar, Djadou KE, Takassi OE, Fiawoo M, Tchagbele OB, Geraldo A, Agbèrè AD and Atakouma DYAzoumah KD, Agbeko F, Segbedji Kar, Djadou KE, Takassi OE, Fiawoo M, Tchagbele OB, Geraldo A, Agbèrè AD and Atakouma DY
  
  Introduction: Early infant diagnosis (EID) of Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) on Dry Blood Spot (DBS) has started in Togo since 2009 with difficulties about geographic accessibility and durability of the test. The aim of this study is to analyze the timeframes of implementation and the results of the PCR in Togo. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study from 22 July to 15 August 2014 on PCR registers and application forms in the two reference laboratories in Togo (Lomé and Kara) and on clinical records of exposed children in 26 sites of Prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT). The analysis focused on the sampling, performance and test results. Results: The number of collected samples increased from 450 in 2011 to 920 in 2013, representing only 13% of the expected PCRs. However, 97% of these samples were sent to l.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000695

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