Agustin Iskandar, Brigitta I R V Corebima, Eko Sulistijono, Dina Fauziah
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Abstract
This study investigated the diagnostic accuracy of the quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) DNA assay in urine and saliva samples, as well as its concordance with serum CMV IgM/IgG testing in infants suspected of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection. Furthermore, the study sought to elucidate the correlation between various diagnostic parameters in suspected cases of congenital CMV. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted on newborns suspected of having cCMV infection at RSSA Malang. CMV serology, complete blood count, and qPCR of urine and saliva samples were collected. Statistical analysis was performed on these data with a p-value < 0.05. A significant difference in urine PCR CT value distinguished positive from negative CMV IgM serology groups. A strong correlation (r = 0.728, p < 0.001) and high agreement (κ = 0.693, p < 0.001) between urine and saliva PCR testing suggested saliva as a reliable and non-invasive alternative for newborn screening. The findings of this study underscore the necessity of a comprehensive screening protocol for cCMV, particularly considering the high seroprevalence of CMV in the Indonesian population.
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Japanese Journal of Infectious Diseases (JJID), an official bimonthly publication of National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Japan, publishes papers dealing with basic research on infectious diseases relevant to humans in the fields of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, medical entomology, vaccinology, and toxinology. Pathology, immunology, biochemistry, and blood safety related to microbial pathogens are among the fields covered. Sections include: original papers, short communications, epidemiological reports, methods, laboratory and epidemiology communications, letters to the editor, and reviews.