The MB and FRET assay performance relative to the LCX and 16sRNA methods
| Sensitivity (%) | Specificity (%) | Positive predictive value (%) | Negative predictive value (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Denotes that three specimens were omitted from the analysis because of insufficient material. | ||||
| MB v16s rRNA | 97.26 | 97.98 | 97.26 | 97.98 |
| FRET v16s rRNA | 95.89 | 97.98 | 97.22 | 97.00 |
| MB v *LCx | 100 | 96.08 | 94.37 | 100 |
| FRET v *LCx | 100 | 96.08 | 94.37 | 100 |