| Research |
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| The MLF engages in research as part of its work to find answers to the riddles of liver disease. Research activity falls into two broad categories: |
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| Basic Research |
| This aims to answer questions such as: |
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"Which test is best for detecting viral load in hepatitis?" |
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"Which specific types of hepatitis are most common in Malaysia?" |
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"Does viral genotype have a role in predicting response to treatment in Malaysians?" |
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| Outcomes Research |
| This type of research seeks to answer questions such as: |
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"Which treatments achieve the best results in the local population?" |
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"Which approach to treatment is the best value for money?" |
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| and so on. |
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| Recent Local Research on Hepatitis Includes: |
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