Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) from Ficoll-Purified Polymorphonuclear Leukocytes for Monitoring Cytomegalovirus Infections in Renal Allograft Recipients: Superior Sensitivity and Similar Specificity Compared with Plasma PCR

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