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Dr. Reeja Tharu
Written by Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D
Dr. Simi Paknikar
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD
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Test : TB skin test

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Indications : Tuberculosis

Physiology : This test is otherwise called as mantou test or tuberculin skin test. A purified protein derivative is injected under the first layer of the skin in the hand

Normal Range : Negative

Interpretation : The appearance of red swollen around the injected area after 72 hours indicates the positive reaction for tuberculosis

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