Table 3 Diagnostic performance of combined ascitic ADA and tumor markers
Variables | Sensitivity(%) | Specificity (%) | PPV (%) | NPV (%) | Accuracy (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ADA (< 22.5 IU/L) | 93.40 | 88.89 | 93.40 | 88.89 | 91.72 |
ADA + Tumor marker (ascitic ADA < 22.5 IU/L or positive tumor marker) | 99.06 | 85.71 | 92.11 | 98.18 | 94.08 |
Combining ADA and tumor marker (ascitic ADA < 22.5 IU/L and positive tumor marker) | 87.74 | 100.00 | 100.00 | 82.89 | 92.31 |