β-d-Glucan and Aspergillus Galactomannan assays in the diagnosis of invasive fungal infections

ConclusionBG assay is better for detection of IFI in patients with immunosuppression. However, a combination of both BG and GM assays would be the best approach as BG assay is highly sensitive, while the GM assay is highly specific for diagnosing IFI.
Source: Medical Journal Armed Forces India - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research