Question
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