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Pediatrics Question on Classification of infectious diseases

A 2-month old infant born to an HIV- positive mother presents with recurrent diarrhea. What is the next best step?

A

Test stool for giardia and give antibiotics

B

Dried spot sample for HIV DNA PCR

C

Antibody test for HIV

D

Aerobic culture

Answer

Dried spot sample for HIV DNA PCR

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (B) : Dried spot sample for HIV DNA PCR