Indeterminate HIV PCR results represent missed diagnostic opportunities within South Africa's early infant diagnosis programme. These results not only delay diagnosis and appropriate management but are also a source of confusion and apprehension amongst clinicians and caregivers. We describe the extent of indeterminate HIV PCR results within South Africa's early infant diagnosis programme and provide recommendations for the management of these cases, both in terms of laboratory practice and the clinical care of the infants.

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南非早期婴儿诊断计划中有关不确定的HIV PCR结果管理的建议。

不确定的HIV PCR结果代表了南非早期婴儿诊断计划中错过的诊断机会。这些结果不仅延误了诊断和适当的管理，而且也使临床医生和护理人员感到困惑和忧虑。我们描述了南非的早期婴儿诊断计划中不确定的HIV PCR结果的程度，并为实验室管理和婴儿临床护理方面的病例管理提供了建议。