Tuberculin ä¸æ–‡ is an essential tool in the diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB), a bacterial infection that affects the lungs. Tuberculin ä¸æ–‡ testing involves injecting a small amount of purified protein derivative (PPD) from the TB bacteria into the skin. A positive reaction indicates exposure to the bacteria, but does not necessarily confirm active TB infection.
Type of Tuberculin ä¸æ–‡ Test** | Purpose |
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Mantoux | The standard tuberculin ä¸æ–‡ test, involving a single injection |
Tine | A multiple-puncture test using a disposable device |
Advantages | Disadvantages |
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High sensitivity | Low specificity |
Low cost | Requires trained healthcare professional to administer |
Easy to perform | Can cause false-positive reactions in individuals with prior exposure to non-tuberculous mycobacteria |
Tuberculin ä¸æ–‡ testing plays a vital role in:
Tuberculin ä¸æ–‡ testing remains a critical tool in TB diagnosis, despite the development of newer technologies. The test is affordable, easy to perform, and provides valuable information for patient management.
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