The detection of IgG against a specific mycobacterial antigen (A60) in the diagnosis of tuberculous pericarditis
Molino, A.; Carratù, P.; Alifano, M.; Sofia, M.
Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease 48(6): 617-619
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 1122-0643 PMID: 8124299 Document Number: 415404
Diagnosis of tuberculous pericarditis (TP) is often difficult with standard methods, while prompt recognition of this disease may affect its prognosis. We report a case of tuberculous pericarditis, in which the presumptive diagnosis was obtained by detection of specific immunoglobulin G (IgG) against A60 antigen, the main thermostable component of purified protein derivative (PPD). Serological diagnosis may be a useful approach in the screening of the aetiology of pericarditis.