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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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The most sensitive method to detect LD bodies is
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The correct answer is  Splenic aspiration is the most sensitive method to detect LD bodies (98% positivity). Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are positive in over 85% of cases. Lymph node aspiration is positive in 60% of cases of African kala-azar but not in cases of Indian kala-azar.