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False-positive hemagglutination inhibition tests for pregnancy with tubo-ovarian abscess
Abstract:
A 21% incidence of false-positive hemagglutination inhibition tests for pregnancy associated with tubo-ovarian abscess is described. Five illustrated cases and the causes for such false-positive reactions are discussed. Substances generated by pelvic inflammatory masses may interfere with immunologic assays for pregnancy, resulting in misdiagnosis or inappropriate management.