Arch Pediat Adol Med
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Arch Pediat Adol Med · Jul 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialAccuracy and impact of a point-of-care rapid influenza test in young children with respiratory illnesses.
To determine whether a point-of-care rapid influenza test impacts the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of children with acute respiratory illnesses. ⋯ Point-of-care rapid influenza tests were sensitive and specific and were associated with less diagnostic testing in the emergency department.