Improving recognition of rickettsial infections in Sri Lanka: The value of combined qPCR and ELISA in acute febrile illness

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Authors

Neesha Rockwood · University of Colombo

Kalpa Kariyawasam · University of Colombo

Hua-Wei Chen · Naval Medical Research Command

Rajalingam Sutharsan

Dhammike Wijesundera · Nawaloka Hospital

MG Dhammika Somarathne · Nawaloka Hospital

Zarook Sahabdeen · Bassetlaw Hospital

Abstract

Rickettsioses were under-recognized, highlighting the need for combining qPCR and ELISA diagnostics to strengthen clinical management and surveillance.

Topics & Keywords

Vector-borne infectious diseases Leptospirosis research and findings Parasites and Host Interactions

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Infectious Diseases

Volume 165, pp. 108460-108460

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2026.108460

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