An induration of less than 5 mm in the Mantoux test is negative for TB Quizlet

Q: Which of the following would indicate a positive Mantoux test?

The test is positive if there is a bump of a certain size where the fluid was injected. This means you probably have TB germs in your body. Most people with a positive TB skin test have latent TB infection. To be sure, your doctor will examine you and give you a chest x-ray.

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Which of the following cases is considered a positive PPD test result with induration 5 mm or larger?
Which of the following would indicate a positive Mantoux test?
Which of the following is a common screening test for TB quizlet?
What is MX test?

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Which of the following cases is considered a positive PPD test result with induration 5 mm or larger?

Induration of 5 mm and more is considered positive in: Immunosuppressed individuals (For example, long term steroids receiving the equivalent of prednisone ≥15 mg/day for ≥1 month, immunosuppressant drugs, etc.) HIV infected individuals.

Which of the following would indicate a positive Mantoux test?

The test is "positive" if there is a bump of a certain size where the fluid was injected. This means you probably have TB germs in your body. Most people with a positive TB skin test have latent TB infection. To be sure, your doctor will examine you and give you a chest x-ray.

Which of the following is a common screening test for TB quizlet?

Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)

What is MX test?

A Mantoux test is a skin test that is used to detect infection by Mycobacterium Tuberculosis (TB). It is used to determine any immune response in the skin, by any individual who could have been or is being exposed to the bacteria.