To assess the effectiveness of combined qPCR and ELISA for diagnosing rickettsial infections in Sri Lanka.
Analyzed acute febrile illness cases
Implemented qPCR and ELISA diagnostic tests
Evaluated recognition rates of rickettsial infections
Significant improvement in rickettsial infection detection
Enhanced clinical management reported
Increased surveillance capabilities noted
Abstract
Rickettsioses were under-recognized, highlighting the need for combining qPCR and ELISA diagnostics to strengthen clinical management and surveillance.